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Office Updates & Upcoming Events

May 2, 2008

CCA Annual General Meeting- This year's CCA AGM and Annual Awards Banquet is being held in Calgary on May 24. More information is available on the AGM Poster, and the entire AGM information pacakage is available here.

Upcoming Events
CCA Annual General Meeting- Calgary, AB- May 24 - More Information
CCA Awards Banquet- Calgary, AB – May 24 - More Information
 Swift Ski Camp- Calgary, AB- June 30- July 5 - Camp Information

Nordic News Headlines
Button InMotion Network has created the Take the Lead Grant to help Albertan girls and women become experienced leaders in the sport and recreation fields. For more information, please visit: www.inmotionetwork.org. The application deadline has been extended to May 5th, 2008.
[May 2, 2008]
Button 2008-09 Alberta Cup and Western Bids - This is a final invitation to Alberta Clubs to consider hosting an event next season.  Bid forms must be submitted by May 30th - More Information
[May 2, 2008]
Button Alberta increases support for Athletes and Training Centres - Alberta’s high performance athletes and training facilities are receiving new funding as part of the government’s commitment to athletic excellence and promoting Alberta’s role in the Olympics and Paralympic Games - More Information
[May 2, 2008]
Button NST Outreach Week: (June 23rd to 29th. National Team coaches and athletes will be traveling to Clubs in Edmonton and Canmore this June - More Information
[May 2, 2008]
Button Support Amateur Sport 24/7 Television - The Canadian Olympic Committee is backing an application to the CRTC to bring to life an 100% Amateur Sports TV Network. Learn how you can put your support to work at achieving this goal. Sign up to give your support - More Information
[May 2, 2008]
Button Rocky Mountain Racers is looking for an assistant coach for high-performance cross country and biathlon. Entry-level coaches or experienced athletes with a desire to take their involvement in sport to a different level are invited to apply. Applicants should demonstrate strong organizational skills, comfort working with athletes of various ages and a commitment athlete development. Those interested should contact Mark Gow, thegows@telus.net, or Ed Gillmor, egillmor@shaw.ca - More Information
[April 19, 2008]
Button Canmore Nordic Ski Club is looking for a cross country ski coach. The successful candidate will have a proven background as an athlete or coach, have NCCP level 2 certification (or willing to work towards it), have excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills and must show enthusiasm for the sport.
If you are interested, please send a resume and two references to:
Alain Parent - programdirector@canmorenordic.com - (403) 678-0266
[April 18, 2008]
Button Alberta Nordic Skier - If you have any stories, articles, photos or advertisements you would like to include in the next ANS magazine, please submit them to the CCA office over the next few months.
[April 11, 2008]
Button Alberta Cup Race Series Points List - Thanks to everyone who participated in the final Alberta Cup races at Mt. Shark! The points list has been updated. Check it out to see the Alberta Cup Champions - Final Alberta Cup Points SPhotos from Sharkfest 2008 can be viewed at Rocky Mountain Racer's website: www.rmracers.ca
[April 11, 2008]
Button Feel The Rush - Feel the Rush celebrates Paralympic sport to inspire all Canadians with a physical disability to “feel the rush’ of confidence and empowerment that comes with enjoying sport at all levels. Be inspired. Learn about sports. Connect with a sports organization in your community or get together to play with friends. Get involved and feel the rush - www.feeltherush.ca
[April 11, 2008]
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2007-2008 Cross Country Canada Para-Nordic Development Fund - CCC thanks all of you who applied for this fund.  Available funds have been allocated and the successful recipients notified.  If you are still interested in attending the five (5) day training camp in Sovereign Lake, BC, planned for May 9-13, 2008, please contact Shaulyn King, Coordinator, Para-Nordic Programs at 403.678.6791 ext. 3, then 5 or sking@cccski.com for further details. 
[April 4, 2008]

Button Read the latest issue of the NCCP Community Coaching Certification Update - More Information
[April 4, 2008]
Button CCC Wants Your Club Stories! Check out what's been written so far, and then send in your own - CCC Club Stories. Ideally, they would like to post one story a week. They also welcome photos to accompany your stories of interest.
[March 28, 2008]
Button 2009 World Youth and Junior Biathlon Championships - Volunteers Needed - Scheduled for Jan 25 to Feb 3, 2009 in Canmore, Biathlon Alberta needs your help to ensure a successful event. This is a very exciting opportunity to get involved with a high level biathlon competition, and also to help increase the general awareness of biathlon in Alberta. If you’re interested in volunteering please contact please respond Dave Wunderlich at the following email address: wunderdj@shaw.ca. Please indicate three areas of preference or expertise, if applicable.
[March 28, 2008]
Button Volunteers Needed for Casino - Alberta TrailNet Society will be holding its first casino in Edmonton on June 11-12, 2008.  This event will raise funds for essential trail programs and services provided by the Society.  They are looking for volunteers for various positions to help. Food and refreshments are provided.  Transportation and accommodation will be covered if you are further than 100 km from Edmonton.  Other expenses such as babysitting costs, local transportation to and from event via taxi or bus are also covered.  Please contact Shannon Maliteare at the office at 1-877-987-2457, 780-422-7150 or email atnadmin@telus.net for more information and/or to sign up for a shift. 
[March 28, 2008]

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