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46th Annual Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut
Awards Banquet
Sheraton Red Deer Hotel
May 2, 2015
EVENING PROGRAM
Triple Flip Fashion Show
Long Service Awards
Medalist Recognition
Skate Canada Achievement Awards
Alberta Figure Skating Foundation Awards
Merit Awards
Dennis McFarlane Award
Pat Sprague Award
Cherniawski STARSkate Awards
Triple and Quadruple Gold Awards
Section Awards & Bursaries
Jesse Smith Memorial Award
Winnie Silverthorne Award
Shantelle Hale Award
Brian Pockar Award
Kurt Browning Award
Duso’s Pre-Juvenile Award
Duso’s Choice Award
Pat Fischer Bursary
Barbara Graham Bursary
AdultSkate Awards
Special Olympics Skaters of the Year Award
Wayne Feil Memorial Evaluator/Judges Award
Coach Achievement Award
Gateway Skating Club Post-Secondary Bursary
Calgary Professional Skate Service Senior Performance Bursary
Board of Directors Retirements
Chair’s Award
2015 MEDALIST RECOGNITION
National Medalists
Keegan Messing
2015 Skate Canada Challenge
Senior Men - Bronze Medal
Triena Robinson
2015 Skate Canada Challenge
Junior Women - Gold Medal
Meg Ohsada
2015 Canada Winter Games
Special Olympics Women Level III - Gold Medal
JorDen Tyson
2015 Canada Winter Games
Special Olympics Women Level II - Gold Medal
Katrina Lopez & Kurtis Schreiber
2015 Canada Winter Games
Novice Pairs - Bronze Medal
MARILYN CHIDLOW CLUB VOLUNTEER AWARDS
Marilyn Chidlow is a native of Ponoka who has been
involved in every level of skating volunteerism from the
local club level through the National Board level as the
Skate Canada President from 2000 to 2006. Marilyn’s
heart has always been with grassroots skating as demonstrated by her commitment to the development
of the CanSkate Program while she was the National
Recreational Skating Chair. The Section has been the
beneficiary of Marilyn’s talent and commitment for
several decades and it is the Section’s great honor to have
named this award after such a fine individual.
2015 Marilyn Chidlow Club Volunteer Award Recipients
Allison Edwards, Grovedale SC
Kelly Radcliffe, Elk Point FSC
Angela Stark, Grimshaw SC
Kim Matheson Lyseng, Manning FSC
Angela Walburger, Cardston SC
Kim Steib, Marwayne SC
Annette Yanishewski, Grande Prarie SC
Lana Wright, Rainbow Lake SC
Beata North, Wild Rose FSC
Laurie Jensen, Canmore SC
Bellinda Kennedy Wainwright SC
Leanne Baars, Nampa SC
Bonnie Smyl, St.Paul FSC
Mandie Saunders, Calalta FSC
Carmen Ray, Beaverlodge SC
Mark Kondratski, Leduc FSC
Chris Coleman, Rycroft/Spirit River SC
Marsha Laing, Lakeside FSC
Cindy Law, Derrick SC
Michelle Sampson, East Smoky SC
Colleen Haining, Clive FSC
Pat Leishman, Lethbridge SC
Danielle Hagel, Calgary Synchronized SC
Patricia Dowling, Stettler FSC
Darla Sinclair, Tri Area SC
Pauline Halko, Federation SC
Dave Sargeant, Okotoks SC
Robin Gordey, Sexsmith SC
David Krause, Redcliff SC
Ronda Leonard, Innisfail SC
Gail Collier, St. Albert SC
Sandy Marcoux, Airdrie SC
Holly Daynes, Akasaka FSC
Sherry Gulayets, Gateway SC
Jackie Doucette, Springbank FSC
Tamara Strebchuk, High Prarie SC
Jeaninne Labrecque, Twilight SC
Tracie Nippard, Noralta SC
Jennifer Stone, Camrose SC
Tracy Scott, Claresholm SC
Joan Jensen, Hines Creek & District FSC
Tracy Spears, Norlight SC
Jolene Delure, Ponoka SC
Trisha Argotoff, High River FSC
Karen Bell, Royal Glenora Club
Vicky Rempell, LaCrete SC
Kari Schafer, Cypress School of Skating
Wanda Langell, Fairview Silver Blades
Kathy Wilson, Northern Lights SC
Wendy Mackenzie, Edmonton Synchronized SC
Katie Doherty, Sherwood Park FSC
Kayla Nuttall, Cold Lake FSC
LONG SERVICE AWARDS
25 Year Coaches
Greg Berezowski
Valerie Ure
Kathy Burzminski
25 Year Volunteer
George Yuhas
Deborah Lyon
Liat Kobetitch
CLUB SERVICE AWARDS
Kathy Kopelchuk
Mary Ann McDonald
presented by
10 Years
45 Years
Glacier School of Skating
Alix FSC
Brooks FSC
Federation FSC
Fort Smith FSC
Gleichen FSC
Grimshaw FSC
Hanna FSC
Hay River FSC
Sherwood Park FSC
Westlock SC
Wetaskiwin & District FSC
20 Years
Clive FSC
La Crete FSC
Wild Rose FSC
25 Years
Cremona SC
Spruce View SC
Rich Valley SC
35 Years
Athabasca SC
Bassano SC
Lake Bonavista FSC
Nampa FSC
40 Years
Andrew FSC
Canmore SC
Cardston FSC
Coaldale FSC
Cochrane SC
Cold Lake FSC
Mannville FSC
Redcliff FSC
Sundre FSC
Sylvan Lake FSC
50 Years
Fort Macleod SC
Innisfail SC
Okotoks FSC
Olds FSC
Peace River SC
Pincher Creek SC
55 Years
Calalta FSC
Foothills FSC
2015 REGION ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Edmonton
Region
Derrah Turenne
Kassidy Smethurst
Aislinn Ganci
Pauline Halko
Kaya Thiessen
Mindy Gerlat
CanSkate Athlete of the Year
Program Assistant Award
CompetitiveSkate Athlete Award
Volunteer Award
STARSkate Athlete Award
Officials Award
Northwest
Region
Cori LeClerc
Jenelle LeBlanc
Sydney Dampberger
CanSkate Athlete of the Year
STARSkate Athlete Award
Program Assistant Award
South
Region
Danielle Lockhurst
Chloe Wagenaar
Amanda Zimmer
Lauralee Leishman &
Arianna Vercammen
CanSkate Athlete of the Year
Program Assistant Award
Volunteer Award
STARSkate Athlete Award
Northeast
Region
Peace
Region
Madison Mayer
Ashton Stieb
STARSkate Athlete Award
Program Assistant Award
Danelle Nelson
Madisyn Menessa
Kacie Vandemark
Ashley Wohlgemuth
Doug Vandemark
CanSkate Athlete of the Year STARSkate Athlete Award
Program Assistant Award
Volunteer Coach Award
Volunteer Award
Sophie Auld
Jamea Flores
Emeril Bill-Mohagen
Geerthana Somas
Daniel Denning
Jennifer Betts
Candace Caven
CanSkate Athlete of the Year
STARSkate Athlete Award
Program Assistant Award
CompetitiveSkate Athlete Award
Volunteer Award
Officials Award
Volunteer Coach Award
Central
Region
Greydon Lea
Maegan Nasewich
Morgan Blanchard
Janice Gerdts
Charlene Brosinsky
Cheryl Andre
CanSkate Athlete of the Year
STARSkate Athlete Award
Program Assistant Award
Officials Award
Volunteer Award
Volunteer Coach Award
NWT
Region
Jackson Fuller
Hannah Courtoreille
Brenda Tuckey
CanSkate Athlete of the Year
Program Assistant Award
Volunteer Award
Calgary
Region
2015 ALBERTA FIGURE SKATING FOUNDATION
Dennis McFarlane Award
This award is in memory of Dennis McFarlane. A former
National competitor in three disciplines, Dennis began
judging when he was a teenager. He reached the highest
level recognized by the International Skating Union when
he achieved World and Olympic Judge and Referee status in
singles, pairs and ice dance. He was one of only a few judges in
Canada to have held ISU Referee status in all disciplines at the
same time.
One of his most exciting juding experiences was being on the
panel when Elizabeth Manley won the silver medal at the 1988
Calgary Winter Olympic Games. Prior to his passing in 2011, he
received Skate Canada Honorary Official status and celebrated
60 years of officiating.
Award Recipient
Madison Moore
The recipient of the Dennis McFarlane Award is Madison Moore. Madison was a competitor in the Pre-Novice Woman category at the 2015
Skate Canada Challenge.
Pat Sprague Award
This award is in the memory of Pat Sprague, a long-time
figure skating organizer and volunteer. Pat was a dedicated
mother of two skaters who was very active in the figure skating
community. Her commitment kept her involved in the sport,
even after her children moved on from their skating careers.
For 20 years she acted as Chair of the Wild Rose Figure Skating Competition. Those years of dedicated volunteer work
were a contributing factor to the success of the event. She
was also a Board member and Past Chair of the Alberta Figure
Skating Foundation and was known as a wonderful volunteer
with a respect for all aspects of the sport.
Award Recipient
Black Gold Open
The recipient of the Pat Sprague Award is Black Gold Open
Team. This team was the highest placing synchronized
skating team who competed at the 2015 Skate
Canada Synchronized Skating Championships.
2015 DUSO’S CHOICE AWARDS
Duso’s Choice Awards
Since starting on Granville Island in 1979, Duso’s has been making authentic, home style
Italian pasta and sauces carefully crafted from all natural ingredients. In 2012, the Section
welcomed Duso’s Fresh Pasta & Sauces as a Section sponsor and Official Pasta and Sauce
Supplier of Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut. In 2014, Duso’s expanded their support
to become a Gold Sponsor. As a Gold Sponsor, Duso’s is proud to provide recogniti on and
support to skaters through the Duso’s Choice Awards. The recipients of the Duso’s Choice
Awards are presented to an accomplished pairs team and dance team.
Award Recipients
Bryn Hoffman & Bryce Chudak
Bryn and Bryce placed 7th in the Junior Pairs
event at the 2015 Canadian Tire National
Skating Championships.
Nicola Salimova & Paul Ayer
Nicola and Paul placed 9th in the Novice Dance
event at the 2015 Canadian Tire National Skating
Championships.
Congratulations
from everyone at Duso’s
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ALBERTA FIGURE SKATING FOUNDATION
The Alberta Figure Skating Foundation is committed to recognizing the achievements
of dedicated skaters at all levels. Since 1975, the Alberta Figure Skating Foundation
has been supporting figure skaters and promoting their development through scholarships, sponsorship and awards. The Alberta Figure Skating Foundation relies solely on
donations, volunteer fundraising efforts and memberships to fund all of its programs,
competitions and events.
In 2015, the Alberta Figure Skating Foundation is celebrating 40 years of providing support to Alberta’s skaters. Join the celebration! Help AFSF continue its support of Section
skaters by donating $40.00 to the Foundation in honour of their 40TH ANNIVERSARY!
For more information on the Alberta Figure Skating Foundation, please visit
www.albertafigureskatingfoundation.ca.
Merit Awards
The Merit Award is presented on behalf of the
Alberta Figure Skating Foundation. The award
recognizes a skater (single, dance or pairs
team) that exemplifies the most deserving
performance.
2015 Sectionals Merit Award
Theresa Ngo
2015 STARSkate Merit Award
Ethan Scott
2015 ALBERTA FIGURE SKATING FOUNDATION
Cherniawski STARSkate Awards
In honour of the Cherniawski family for their dedication to figure skating in the Section, these awards are presented to the highest placing Triathlon Women at the Skate
Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut STARSkate Championships in the Bronze, Silver and Gold
categories.
The 2015 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut STARSkate Triathlon Champions are:
Kate McCall
Gold Triathlon
Amanda Leadbeater
Silver Triathlon
Sarah duPlessis
Bronze Triathlon
Quadruple Gold Awards
Triple Gold Awards
Isabelle Bessel, Calalta FSC
Aimbree Bystrom, Rocky FSC
Allie Capstick, Ice Palace FSC
Shaelyn Mitchler, Rocky FSC
Teneal Mofford, Rocky FSC
Christopher Mostert, Ice Palace FSC
Megan Newnham, St. Albert Skating Centre
Nicola Salimova, Calalta FSC
Montana Chong, Calalta FSC
Natascha Collier, Ice Palace FSC
Lara Thompson, Tri Area SC
Ashtyn Wadden, Rocky FSC
Antonia Ciocoiu, Royal Glenora Club
Paul Ayer, Calalta FSC
2015 SECTION AWARDS & BURSARIES
Winnie Silverthorne Award
This award is named in the memory of Winnie Silverthorne,
one of Alberta’s great figure skating coaches. Born in England,
Winnie was a former pairs skater with her brother Dennis. The
Silverthorne’s placed fourth at the ISU World Championships and
fifth at the 1948 Olympics. In 1950 Winnie moved to Ontario,
Canada and became a figure skating coach.
She later moved to Calgary where she coached at the Glencoe Club
followed by the Calgary Winter Club. Winnie coached skaters of
all levels and ages, including many gold medalists and Canadian
Championship competitors. Her longtime student, the late Brian
Pockar, was a three-time Canadian Men’s Champion and 1982 ISU
World Championship bronze medalist.
Award Recipient
Triena Robinson
The recipient of the Winnie Silverthorne Award is Triena Robinson.
Triena had an outstanding performance at the 2015 Canadian Tire
National Skating Championships, placing fifth in the Junior Women’s
event.
Wayne Feil Memorial Evaluator/Judges Award
The Wayne Feil Memorial Evaluator/Judges Award is in the memory
of Wayne Feil who dedicated himself to the development of figure
skating in Alberta. An avid and accomplished figure skater, Wayne
channeled his love of the sport into volunteer work with Skate
Canada: Alberta–NWT/Nunavut. He trained as an evaluator and judge
and traveled to test days and competitions, encouraging skaters from
across the province.
His commitment to the success of both the skaters and the STARSkate
program was a testament of his devotion to figure skating. Wayne also
assisted the Section in developing what was then Precision Skating,
now known as Synchronized Skating.
Award Recipient
Bev Salomons
In 2014-2015, Bev Salomons evaluated hundreds of low and high test
days throughout the Section. She was the Technical Representative
at numerous STARSkate competitions and is dedicated to mentoring
new evaluators at the grassroots level.
2015 SECTION AWARDS & BURSARIES
Kurt Browning Award
Nicknamed the ‘kid from Caroline’, Alberta’s Kurt Browning
revolutionized the sport of figure skating with his unique
combination of strong, yet graceful jumps, creativity and
charismatic appeal. In 1988, he entered the record books
as the first athlete to complete a quadruple jump in World
competition, forever changing the face of men’s figure skating.
One of Canada’s greatest male skaters, Browning captured four ISU
World Championship titles. His unparalleled success and style earned
him legions of fans around the world and many honours, including
the prestigious Order of Canada. Joining the professional ranks in
1994, he continues to grace the ice with a presence like no other.
Award Recipient
Triena Robinson
The recipient of the Kurt Browning Award is Triena Robinson. Triena was the
highest placing Junior Woman at the 2015 Canadian Tire National Skating
Championships.
Brian Pockar Award
The Brian Pockar Award is named in the memory of 1982 World bronze
medalist, Brian Pockar. A native Calgarian, Brian won the Canadian
men’s figure skating title three times culminating with a bronze medal
at the ISU World Championships. Upon turning professional he
continued to capture audiences touring with the Ice Capades and
other skating productions.
His success as an amateur carried into the professional ranks where he
won events such as the prestigious World Professional Championships.
Off the ice, Brian provided commentary for CTV Sports and
became a respected figure skating analyst. His contributions were also
felt in his numerous volunteer roles including his participation as a
member of the Advisory Committee for the 1988 Calgary Olympic
Games Organizing Committee.
Award Recipient
Matthew Newnham
The recipient of the Brian Pockar Award is Matthew Newnham. Matthew was
the Juvenile U14 Men’s Champion at the 2015 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/
Nunavut Sectional Championships.
2015 SECTION AWARDS & BURSARIES
Jesse Smith Memorial Award
This award is in memory of Jesse Smith. Jesse spent his entire life
pursuing his passion and love for skating. He achieved his dream of
competing at the senior level and upon his retirement from competitive skating, Jesse toured professionally with Disney on Ice. Being a perfectionist, he mastered every piece of music that he played
on the piano. Watching Jesse skate, it was evident of his appreciation of music. Jesse is remembered as being humble, determined,
passionate,courageous and his philosophy of life was “Discover it,
Live it”
Jesse lost his battle with cancer on November 7, 2013 and the Fort
Macleod FSC and Jesse’s family are honored to remember him
through this award.
Award Recipient
Nikolai Balabardin
The recipient of the Jesse Smith Memorial Award is Nikolai Balabardin.
Nikolai won the Pre-Juvenile U11 Men’s event at the 2015 Alberta-NWT/
Nunavut Sectional Championships.
Coach Achievement Award
Award Recipient
Valerie Ure
The recipient of the Coach Achievement Award is Valerie Ure. Valerie is an
extremely positive member of her club and coaching team. She contributes
a significant amount of time and energy to ensuring the club offers a comprehensive skating experience to its membership. Valerie’s commitment to
all levels of skating through is apparent in her presence, approachability and
collaborative work with skaters, coaches and the executive.
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2015 SECTION AWARDS & BURSARIES
Duso’s Pre-Juvenile Women Award
Award Recipients
Brynley Gross & Olivia Levesque
The recipients of the Pre-Juvenile Award are Brynley
Gross in Pre-Juvenile Women U11 and Olivia Levesque
in Pre-Juvenile Women U14. These recipients were
the highest placing in their respective category at
the 2015 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut
Sectional Championships.
Brynley Gross
Olivia Levesque
Shantelle Hale Award
Shantelle Hale was born in 1978 and started her skating career
with the Strathcona Figure Skating Club. She had big dreams, a
bubbly personality and always a friendly smile and greeting.
When she passed away, Shantelle was on the Alberta Figure
Skating Team and was one of the top junior ladies in the Section.
Skating was her life, her dream, her passion - everything she did
centered around skating.
Shantelle will always be remembered for the beautiful,
extraordinary young lady she had become and this award will help
keep her dreams alive.
Award Recipients
Bailey Johnson & Savina Somas
The recipients of the Shantelle Hale Award are
Bailey Johnson in Juvenile Women U11 and Savina
Somas in Juvenile Women U14. These recipients were
the highest placing in their respective category at the
2015 Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Sectional
Championships.
Bailey Johnson
Savina Somas
2015 SECTION AWARDS & BURSARIES
Barbara Graham Bursary
The Barbara Graham Bursary is named in the memory of
Barbara Graham, one of Skate Canada’s Hall of Fame members and a
Canadian skating legend. A former Canadian Junior Pairs Champion
and world level judge, Barbara was Technical Director for the then
Canadian Figure Skating Association (CFSA) from 1972 to 1991.
Her great love and passion for figure skating was supplemented by
her outstanding technical knowledge and ability to envision, develop
and establish programming to support the progression of the sport.
Following her retirement from the CFSA, Barbara traveled overseas
and was State Coaching Director for the Ice Skating Association of
Queensland, Australia. She later returned to Canada and settled in
Edmonton where she was the Skating Development Specialist for
the Section.
Bursary Recipients
Keelee Gingrich & Davin Portz
The recipients of the Barbara Graham Bursary are Keelee
Gingrich and Davin Portz. This team was the highest placed team
at the 2015 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships, placing 5th in the Junior Pairs Event.
Pat Fischer Bursary
The Pat Fischer Bursary is in the memory of devoted
volunteer, evaluator and official, Pat Fischer. An invaluable
member of the figure skating community in Alberta, Pat Fischer
judged multiple test days per year and provided guidance to
skaters both as an official and monitor. She achieved Gold
Evaluator and Junior Competitive Singles status and was a
respected judge and mentor.
Her vast knowledge and experience was utilized as a resource
to assist fellow judges and evaluators and to educate coaches.
As well as officiating, Pat also volunteered as a Section accountant and technical representative for competitions. She was
President and Past-President of Calalta Community Figure Skating
Club and sat on the Skate Canada: Alberta-NWT/Nunavut Board of
Directors as Officials Coordinating Committee Chair.
Bursary Recipient
Yu Jin Armstrong
The recipient of the Pat Fischer Bursary is Yu Jin Armstrong. Yu Jin was the
highest placing skater in the Pre-Novice Men’s event at the 2015 Skate
Canada Challenge.
2015 SECTION AWARDS & BURSARIES
Spirit & Passion of Skating Award
Bobby Joe Donovan
Bobby Joe is one of the founding members of Olympia Skating Club. She is an
active competitor, supportive teammate, and is currently working towards
her Gold Skating Skills. Bobby Joe inspires everyone involved in Olympia
Skating Club.
Creating the Edge for Life Award
Maureen Bennie
Maureen is an active adult competitor. Maureen keeps skating as a high priority in her life to ensure continued health and fitness to overcome personal
challenges. Maureen is the Secretary for the Olympia Skating Club and the
President of the Grassroots Skaters’ Foundations,a fundraising body for adult
figure skating.
Calgary Professional Skate Service Senior Performance Bursary
Calgary Professional Skate Service was founded in 1972 with one
small location in the southwest, specializing in the figure skating
industry. Upon mastering one sector of the skating world,
Calgary Professional Skate Service broadened its customer base and
expanded into the hockey industry. After providing many years of
exceptional service and extensive product knowledge in both the
figure skating and hockey areas, Professional Skate Service grew to
meet the demands of its customers.
Bursary Recipient
Keegan Messing
The recipient of the Calgary Professional Skate Service Senior Performance
Bursary is Keegan Messing. Keegan was the highest placing senior skater
at the 2015 Canadian Tire National Skating Championships, placing fifth in
the Senior Men’s event.
2015 SKATE CANADA ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
CompetitiveSkate Athlete Award
Aislinn Ganci
Aislinn’s perserverence and positive attitude are admired by many. She is a joy
to be around and a great role model for other skaters. Aislinn works hard and
is always willing to do whatever it takes to get herself to the next level as a
competitive athlete.
Section STARSkate Athlete Award
Kaya Thiessen
Kaya displays passion, spirit, determination and enthusiasm for the sport of
figure skating and is genuinely caring, courteous, helpful and polite to everyone. Coaches say she is an absolute pleasure to teach and her peers say she
is encouraging and shows her love for the sport every time she’s at the rink.
Section Volunteer Award
Pauline Halko
Pauline has been a dedicated volunteer to the sport of figure skating for almost 40 years. For the past 25 years, Pauline has been involved in the Federation Skating Club on the board in various positions. She has always made sure
participants in the club have a safe and fun place to skate.
Gateway Skating Club Post-Secondary Bursary
In honour of their 50th anniversary in 2014, the Gateway Skating club introduced the Gateway Skating Club Post-Secondary Bursary award is to encourage skaters to continue competing while pursuing post-secondary education in
keeping with the principles of Canadian Sport for Life.
Kira Gallant
Kira is the first recipient of the Gateway Skating Club Post-Secondary Bursary. Kira is an excellent role model for younger athletes and a great ambassador for figure skating as she balances the demands of being an elite
athlete with her full-time attendance at the University of Alberta.
2015 SKATE CANADA ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Volunteer of Excellence Award
Doug Pettapiece
Doug is a very dedicated volunteer to the sport of figure skating and further
development of the Section. He has taken on many different roles at multiple
competitions over the years. Doug can be called on at anytime for assisstance
and is always willing to do what he can. He is reliable, knowledgeable, committed and passionate.
Section Program Assistant Award
Morgan Blanchard
Morgan’s positive attitude, warm, friendly personality and encouraging words
help to foster a love of skating for all of the young CanSkaters in her care. Morgan displays the interpersonal and teamwork skills necessary to collaborate
and work well with coaches and other program assistants. Morgan likes to
help the younger skaters meet their own goals and improve their skills.
Section CanSkate Athlete of the Year
Sophie Auld
Sophie is a delight to teach. She loves to dance and seems to have a strong
natural movement to music. Sophie is engaged and in control of her own learning. She is determined in every new skill she learns, and takes great pride in
the process of learning something new.
Section Officials Award
Jennifer Betts
Jennifer is actively involved in the skating world on many levels. Her
involvement includes her role as the Section’s Synchro Coordinator, looking
after the organization of the synchro officials for the Section. Jennifer has volunteered as an official for 30 years. She is a great asset to the Section for her
wealth of knowledge and passion for skating.
Section Volunteer Coach Award
Candace Craven
Candace is passionate about coaching and figure skating. Her dedication,
creativity, passion, and skill make her an excellent coach. Candace has volunteered her time with Calalta FSC for the last 5 years. She is involved in both
the CanSkate and STARSkate programs and she also takes on the role of looking after the Calalta Skating Competition.
Special Olympics Skaters of the Year Award
JorDen Tyson & Meg Ohsada
JorDen Tyson and Meg Ohsada both won gold medals
in their respective events at the 2015 Canada Winter
Games in Prince George, B.C. JorDen skates in Calgary,
Alberta and Meg in Canmore, Alberta.
JorDen Tyson
Meg Ohsada
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