Communication is key to the success and engagement in any organization. Our newsletter, 5/5 for Patrollers, is one of the tools we use to share information with you, our members. Please consider taking a few minutes to complete this short
Altitude 2020 – Super Early Bird Registration is closing soon!
Are you planning on attending Altitude 2020 in Calgary this June? Time is running out to take advantage of the super early bird registration package. Prices will increase on April 1st (and that’s no joke!), so please register now and
Ski improvement clinic attendees return home with epic memories – and tired legs
By Geoff Scotton, Mountain Division Ski Improvement Clinic Coordinator (geoffscotton@skipatrol.ca) About 200 attendees wrapped up the 2020 version of the CSP Mountain Division Ski Improvement Clinic with lots of great stories, improved skiing and snowboarding skills, some new friends –
Nordic plans
By Kirstie Simpson, National Nordic On-snow coordinator (kirstie.simpson@skipatrol.ca) First, a brief introduction – I’m the newly appointed national Nordic on-snow coordinator and have been a member of the CSP since 1994. I have been active in both the Nordic
Change Notice 1 to Advanced First Aid Manual, 2019 edition
By Andrew Hill, National Director of Training (andrew.hill@skipatrol.ca) Change Notice 1 to the CSP Advanced First Aid (AFA) Manual, 2019 edition, has been posted on the NDS. These changes have been approved by the medical advisory committee and will
National First Aid Competition reminder
By Jack Haley, National First Aid Competition Coordinator (jack.haley@skipatrol.ca) Hopefully you or someone you ski with has been following 5/5. We want to be certain that everyone is aware of the national first aid competition being held at the Altitude
Quarterly report for Zone Presidents
March 2, 2020 Dear division presidents and zone presidents, Please note that the documents supporting the quarterly meeting held on February 25, 2020, have been posted to the member’s section of the website, under the documents and policies menu.
Agreement reached with Helly Hansen for CSP uniforms
February 19, 2020 Dear zone presidents and division presidents, I am happy to announce, on behalf of the CSP President and CEO, that the CSP National Board of Directors gave its approval to partner with Helly Hansen in a
Sign up for the Icebreaker pro deal – limited time offer
By Mark Crone, National Pro-Deals Team Member (mark.crone@skipatrol.ca) Congratulations for being part of the Canadian Ski Patrol. As a CSP member you are eligible for the Icebreaker pro program. Inspired by nature, Icebreaker harnesses the incredible capabilities of natural
Lifesaving Award – Bruce Boynton (Sault Ste. Marie Zone)
On March 10, 2019, the city of Sault Ste. Marie prepared to watch its beloved Sault Greyhounds. The CSP Sault Ste. Marie Zone is a familiar sight during these games and that night was no different than any other, except
CSP partners with Ferno Canada with sponsorship, discounts on Ferno gear
By Greg McCormick, VP Communication and Marketing (greg.mccormick@skipatrol.ca) In January, the CSP welcomed Ferno Canada as a partner and supporter of Canada’s largest volunteer first responder organization. Ferno is a global giant in emergency, rescue and healthcare equipment, plus markets