August 9, 2018 Interim billing procedures effective September 1, 2018 Interim billing is the process of incrementally invoicing the zones for membership certification fees. Be advised, the national office will issue interim invoices utilizing percentages based on prior
Johnson Insurance scholarship program open to CSP members
By Greg McCormick, VP Brand and Partners (gmccormick@skipatrol.ca) Johnson Insurance has been a long-time and proud partner of the CSP. Since 1998, Johnson has awarded more than 1,500 scholarships valued at more than $1 million to support young Canadians
Upcoming volunteer opportunities in training and development
By Linda Andrews, VP Training and Development (linda.andrews@skipatrol.ca) Later this summer the training and development portfolio will be recruiting for the following positions: director of training director of leadership development coordinator on snow manual coordinator first aid competition coordinator
Volunteer opportunity: Pro-deals and partnerships
By Greg McCormick, VP Brand and Partners (greg.mccormick@skipatrol.ca) The Brand and Partners team is looking for three active CSP members to assist with the pro-deals and partnerships program. Pro-deals and partnerships are an important part of the CSP experience
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 two active CSP members who are positive team-players to contribute to the national award selection process. The job description outlines the role and
Mountain Division Ski Improvement 2019 – a fabulous way to ski or board better, and have fun
By Geoff Scotton, Ski Improvement Clinic Coordinator, Mountain Division (geoffscotton@skipatrol.ca) Now that summer has arrived, it’s only a matter of time before our hearts and minds turn to the wonders of the colder months and opportunities to do the
Update on progress of the Alternative Analysis Group (AAG)
July 7, 2018 The Alternative Analysis Group was tasked with investigating options to ensure the long-term sustainability of CSP first aid training resources. The diverse group is made up of thirteen members representing all divisions. This note provides an
Announcing the new Vice-President of Training and Development
July 1, 2018 Dear division presidents and zone presidents: We are happy to announce the selection of Linda Andrews as Vice-President of Training and Development. Linda was selected through a formal interview process involving two former board members and myself.
Search for the next CEO of the Canadian Ski Patrol
To the members of the Canadian Ski Patrol: We are at the beginning of an exciting next chapter in our proud history. As part of a planned transition, we have selected the executive search firm of Odgers Berndtson (www.odgersberndtson.com)
Agenda Annual Meeting of Members – June 2, 2018
Dear CSP member, Please find attached the agenda for the annual general meeting. Included in the agenda is the location of the meeting and the details to join by internet or telephone. Questions can be directed to Richard Asselin, corporate
A message from the board of directors regarding the process and handling of motions during the upcoming AGM
Dear zone presidents and division presidents, Please find attached a message from the board of directors regarding the process and handling of motions during the upcoming AGM. Questions can be directed to Richard Asselin, corporate secretary.
Year-end reporting and 2018-2019 budget
May 25, 2018 Dear division presidents and zone presidents: We are sharing a variety of financial documents related to our 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 fiscal years. 2017-2018 We had a number of successes in the year past and we
Lifesaving Award – Jacqueline McIlmoyl (Qu’Appelle Zone)
Being faced with a life-threatening medical situation with a stranger is one thing. It is entirely different when the person facing the medical situation is a relative – and even more challenging when the patient is a parent. While sitting
Lifesaving Award – Martin Plante (Quebec Zone)
Arriving for his lunch break one day at his remote work area in Val d’Or, Quebec in August 2017, Martin Plante noticed a fellow employee looking quite grey, and being slightly unaware of his surroundings. The individual began to tremble,
Mark Labow, Life Member No. 6
By A.P. Crawford, CSP Periodical Editor and Production Manager (5×5@skipatrol.ca) In April of this year the CSP was truly saddened to learn of the passing of our friend and mentor, Mark Labow. Mark was our longest-serving active member with 70
An epic 2019 winter trip: the legendary Mountain Division Ski Improvement Clinic
By Geoff Scotton, Ski Improvement Clinic Coordinator, Mountain Division (geoffscotton@skipatrol.ca) Spring is in the air – which is the perfect time to plan ski trips for the 2018-2019 winter season. Interested in improving your skiing or snowboarding skills in a
Red Deer Zone seeks patroller support for 2019 Canada Winter Games
By Geoff Scotton, Mountain Division VP External (geoffscotton@skipatrol.ca) Members of CSP Red Deer Zone in central Alberta will be supporting the 2019 Canada Winter Games in February and early March 2019, and they are canvassing their colleagues elsewhere to invite
What’s new for 2018 in the instructor certification program (ICP)
By: Brian Low, ICP National Coordinator (brian.low@skipatrol.ca) Instructor – conditional (I-C): new equivalence criteria The CSP is recognized as a premier trainer of advanced first aid across Canada. It constantly monitors and adjusts program content and protocols to maintain its
Time to think big
By Dan Cameron, Qu’Appelle Zone (drc.assoc@sasktel.net) Editor’s note: The following opinion article reflects the views of the author. The Canadian Ski Patrol has not made any decisions with respect to the potential licensing of a third-party first-aid program. We are at the
Stepping up – volunteering for leadership roles in the CSP
By Greg McCormick, VP Brand and Partners (greg.mccormick@skipatrol.ca) Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of articles focusing on the leadership positions within the CSP, and more specifically, why members should consider offering for these roles. The issue