Nordiq Canada, Biathlon Canada, Nordic Combined and Ski Jumping Canada are pleased to present the new updated Ski Playground Resource which will be available to all clubs across Canada. Ski Playground has been updated to support the delivery of the Skills Development Programs for all four NSOs using fun, accessible, and easy-to-build activities for skiers.
2024 Jackrabbit Toque Design
We invite all Bunnyrabbit and Jackrabbit skiers to participate in designing the 2024 Jackrabbit Toque, which will be worn by 10,500 Bunnyrabbit and Jackrabbit skiers across Canada!
Get your ideas ready!
The criteria for entering in the contest is as follows:
- Contestants must be currently enrolled in a Nordiq Canada Jackrabbit or Bunnyrabbit program
- Contestants must be between the ages of 5-9
- Artwork must be of original work
Selection process and timelines:
- Designs should be submitted to Julie Beaulieu (jbeaulieu@nordiqcanada.ca) by noon, MST on February 18, 2023.
- Nordiq Canada will select 10 final designs and voting will occur via Survey Monkey. The voting period will run from February 20 – 24 2023 until noon (MST). Please remember that only Nordiq Canada members are eligible to vote!
- Announcement of the ‘winning’ toque design will be posted on Nordiq Canada’s Facebook page and website.
Ski Playground
Nordiq Canada, Biathlon Canada, Nordic Combined and Ski Jumping Canada are pleased to present the new updated Ski Playground Resource which will be available to all clubs across Canada. Ski Playground has been updated to support the delivery of the Skills Development Programs for all four NSOs using fun, accessible, and easy-to-build activities for Olympic and Paralympic stream participants.
Nordiq Canada will be offering 2 webinars Wednesday, December 14th @ 12 PM MT and Thursday, December 15th at 5 pm MT for all those interested in learning more about the resources.
Final resources will be available after the Webinar through our Athlete Development Matrix resource page on our website.
Updated December 16:
Nordiq Canada, Biathlon Canada, Nordic Combined and Ski Jumping Canada are pleased to present the new updated Ski Playground Resource which will be available to all clubs across Canada. Ski Playground has been updated to support the delivery of the Skills Development Programs for all four NSOs using fun, accessible, and easy-to-build activities for skiers.
Nordiq Canada will be offering a webinar Tuesday, December 20th @ 5 PM MT for all those interested in learning more about the resources.
Tuesday, December 20th @ 5 PM MT
ID: 812 4728 9480
Canadian Women & Sport Spotlight Grant
Canadian Women & Sport’s Spotlight Grant aims to shine a light on girls, women and gender-diverse individuals who typically don’t get the access, support, or funding they need to fully participate in sport and physical activity.
Three levels of funding are available: $5,000, $25,000 and $50,000.
The Spotlight Grant is part of the Community Sport for All initiative which seeks to remove barriers and increase sport participation rates for underrepresented communities. This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada.
Ski To School Scholarship
This scholarship is to be awarded to an individual who combines excellence in both academics and cross-country skiing. The scholarship has been funded by Canadian university alumni cross-country skiers and other interested parties to encourage students to continue to combine excellence in both academics and cross-country skiing as they proceed with their post-secondary, university, or college education.
Amount: $500.00
Application Deadline: Nov 15, 2022
World Snow Day Care Package Pre-Information
On the 1st October 2022 at 08:00am (CET) applications for the new World Snow Day Organiser Care Packages will open. Prior to applications opening we wanted to provide you some helpful information.
Attached to this email is the Care Package Specifications. Inside you will find details on the contents of each Care Package, the eligibility criteria and how to apply.
As in previous years Care Packages will be distributed on a “first come, first serve” basis.
Women in Coaching Mentorship Program
Program Overview
Nordiq Canada is proud to announce our Women in Coaching Mentorship Program starting this September. This initiative was created to expand the knowledge of, and opportunities for women who coach cross-country and Para nordic skiing in Canada.
The mentor and mentee coaches will work year-round in a one-to-one partnership supported by Nordiq Canada. All coaches will be awarded NCCP Professional Development (PD) points following the successful completion of the mentorship program.
Program Opportunities
- Create supportive relationships between cross-country and Para nordic coaches
- Guided practical application of course based knowledge
- Gain knowledge from experienced coaches in a hands-on environment
- Expand your resource network
- Gain NCCP (PD) Points
- Increased opportunity for selection to a Nordiq Canada competition trip or camp
NOTE: Nordiq Canada supports all women and anybody who identifies as a woman including trans, non-binary, or gender fluid members of the ski community.
Application Process
Review the application checklist below and ensure all documents are submitted by August 22, 2022.
Email resume and cover letter to Julie Beaulieu, Sport Development Director, Nordiq Canada: jbeaulieu@nordiqcanada.ca
For more information contact: Julie Beaulieu, jbeaulieu@nordiqcanada.ca
FIS Survey of developing skiers
The FIS Youth and Children cross country skiing committee wants to conduct a survey amongst young athletes (birth year 2002-2009) in order to get a better view of athletes’ thoughts about cross country skiing. These views help us, as FIS, to evaluate the current status as well as to determine the direction that cross country skiing should be taken.
The survey must be completed by April 30, 2022!
The result of this survey will be revealed and shared at the FIS Congress meetings in May.
World Snow Day❄️
On the 1st October 2021 at 08:00am (CET) applications for the new World Snow Day Organiser Care Packages will open. Prior to applications opening we wanted to provide you some helpful information on how to apply:
Step 1 – Click the link below and register your World Snow Day 2022 event:
https://world-snow-day.com/Event_Registration
NOTE: All Organisers must complete a new World Snow Day registration. Previous registrations are not valid
Step 2 – Receive your World Snow Day confirmation email with your username and password
Step 3 – Go to www.world-snow-day.com and click “login” on the homepage
Step 4 – Click the “Organiser Care Package” tab and download the application form
Step 5 – Complete the form and send it to worldsnowday@fisski.com
Thats it!
Once the form is submitted we’ll get back to you to confirm if you will or will not receive a Care Package. Keep in mind that Care Packages are limited in quantity. To be fair to all Organisers we will allocate packages on a “first come, first serve” basis
New Buff & Toque Designs 😍
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