November 15, 2018 Dear division presidents and zone presidents, As you are all aware, the Canadian Ski Patrol is a federally registered charity comprised of interrelationships between multiple corporate, non-profit, and non-corporate structures. These relationships result in increasingly complex
Message from our new president and CEO
By W. Bruce Robinson, President and CEO (bruce.robinson@skipatrol.ca) I have been on the job for just five weeks and I am continually amazed by the commitment, dedication, and passion shown by the members of the Canadian Ski Patrol. I
Introducing the Canadian Ski Patrol 2018-2019 photo and video contest
By Sheila Reesor, National Director Brand and Partners (sheila.reesor@skipatrol.ca) If there’s one thing we all know about members of the Canadian Ski Patrol, they love swag. Did you know that the word “swag,” according to Wikipedia, “…is actually an
Don’t miss an epic time at 2019 Mountain Division Ski Improvement – Week 2 full
By Geoff Scotton, Ski Improvement Clinic Coordinator, Mountain Division (geoffscotton@skipatrol.ca) Hoping to have an epic skiing or snowboarding trip this winter? Want to improve your skills, have a total blast, make new friends, create unforgettable memories, and do it
ARCTERYX – Friends and family pro deal access for a limited time
Use your Pro account to purchase gifts for your friends and family. All outdoor professionals are eligible to purchase for FRIENDS & FAMILY until December 31, 2018. SHOP NOW
Pro Deal Spotlight: Icebreaker – made different
Icebreaker clothing is again available this season through the CSP Pro-Deals. Icebreaker is excited to continue the relationship and looks forward to another great year. They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but we believe that originality is
Lifesaving award – Jean Côté – Eastern Townships Zone
Commuting to and from work is normally a routine event, however, on October 12, 2016, it was anything but routine for Jean Côté. While on his train to work, Jean heard a call for a doctor or first aid assistance.
Canadian Ski Patrol renews patronage with Rideau Hall
By: Greg McCormick, VP Brand and Partners (greg.mccormick@skipatrol.ca) The Canadian Ski Patrol is honoured to announce that Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette has confirmed her viceregal patronage. The Canadian Ski Patrol has enjoyed excellent relations with Rideau
Nominations for the CSP recognition program are now open
By Craig Taggart, National Recognition Committee Chair (craig.taggart@skipatrol.ca) Do you know a patroller doing outstanding work or implementing innovative initiatives? The time to recognize those efforts is now. The deadline for nominations is January 15, 2019. The value of
CSP pro deals better than ever – a big benefit of membership
By Michael Hewett, National eStore Coordinator and Pro Deals (michael.hewett@skipatrol.ca) With winter on our doorstep, it’s time to take advantage of our vast pro deals program that delivers top-notch equipment and services to members at reduced prices. The CSP
Respect and the CSP
By Heidi Schedler, Chair, National Human Resources Committee (heidi.schedler@skipatrol.ca) Earlier this year the CSP board approved a new and updated mutual respect policy. WAIT! Please keep reading … Listen, I get it – right now you are dreaming of
Financial Oversight Committee / Progress update on the Alternative Analysis Group
November 13, 2018 Dear division presidents and zone presidents, The CSP Board of Directors is pleased to announce the approval of the terms of reference for the establishment of the Financial Oversight Committee (FOC), a newly formed committee whose
Selection of Bruce Robinson, CPA, CMA as President and CEO of the Canadian Ski Patrol
October 18, 2018 The Board of Directors of the Canadian Ski Patrol would like to welcome Bruce Robinson to the CSP family as our new President and CEO. Bruce is a Chartered Professional Accountant with a Certified Management Accountant legacy
Lifesaving Award – Robert Paige, Red River Zone
On April 24, 2017, Robert Paige received a call at his home asking if he knew how to use the AED which he had donated to his local gym. The caller stated that a male was unconscious on the floor
East coast life members got together
Recently a group of east coast CSP life members got together. As reported by Bill Powell, Life Member No. 54, the meeting went something like this: “Let’s see we now; we talked about knee replacements and orthopaedics in general.
Blankets and banners for 2018-2019
By Sheila Reesor, National Blanket Program Director (sheila.reesor@skipatrol.ca) To all zone presidents: This season’s supply of purple blankets is on the way. Everything will have been shipped across the country to each zone president by the end of September.
Be a better skier or boarder – and have a blast doing it – at Mountain Division Ski Improvement 2019
By Geoff Scotton, Mountain Division Ski Improvement Clinic Coordinator (geoffscotton@skipatrol.ca) The closing days of summer actually saw snow in some parts of the country, but across Canada it’s inescapable that winter is coming, with a new opportunity for epic
Leadership opportunity – Members and Resorts portfolio
By Andrea Burry, VP Members and Resorts (andrea.burry@skipatrol.ca) The Canadian Ski Patrol continues to expand its services to cover the entire calendar year in all four seasons. The members and resorts portfolio is looking for a dedicated, team player to
Volunteer opportunity: selection committee member, National Recognition Committee
By Greg McCormick, VP Brand and Partners (greg.mccormick@skipatrol.ca) The Brand and Partners team is looking for an active CSP member who is a positive team-player to contribute to the national award selection process. The job description outlines the role
Combined national on-snow workshop, February 8 to 10, 2019
By Linda Andrews, VP Training and Development (linda.andrews@skipatrol.ca) The CSP 2019 combined national on-snow work shop will be held February 8 to 10. If you are an on-snow instructor or instructor trainer you should talk to your division and