HISTORY & ORGANIZATION OF THE CSPS

2 What & Who? Canadian Ski Patrol System A non profit corporation comprised of highly trained volunteer members The System was formed to promote safe skiing and to provide assistance to injured skiers.

3 History Founder Education Growth

4 Fédération Internationale des Patrouilles de Ski (FIPS) International organization of ski patrol groups from around the world FIPS founded in 1979 Help coordinate the exchange of information about patrolling CSPS was founding member and remain active in a leadership role

5 Constitution Letters Patent Supplementary Letters Patent Bylaws Regulations Rules

6 Organization National Divisions (9) Zones Patrols The Chairman of the Board, National Directors

7 National Organization

8 Board of Directors Member of the System in good standing Familiar with the organization of the System The number of Directors is currently eight (8) A person designated by the Board as the Principal Employee is an ex officio Director The other Directors are elected by the Zone Presidents for 2-year staggered terms Administers the affairs of the System

9 Divisions 1. ATLANTIC EAST 2. ATLANTIC WEST 3. QUEBEC 4. ONTARIO 5. MANITOBA 6. SASKATCHEWAN 7. MOUNTAIN 8. PACIFIC SOUTH 9. PACIFIC NORTH

10 Division Officers President Appointed by the Board Approved by National President and upon recommendation, if any, of Zone Presidents within the Division Operational and administrative responsibilities Other officers to help in fulfilling the Division’s responsibilities

11 Zones

12 Zone Officers Zone President Member of the system in good standing Elected by the Regular Members in the Zone subject to the approval of the Division President Operational and administrative responsibilities Other officers to help in fulfilling the Zone’s responsibilities

13 Patrol Leaders Appointed by the Zone President Responsibilities Operational efficiency Conduct of the members of his/her Patrol Maintenance of adequate hill coverage Local Patrol representative who is authorized to discuss hill, lift or Patrol operation with the resort management.

14 Membership Membership is a privilege Classes of Membership Regular Member Associate Member Honorary Member Life Member

15 Benefits of Membership A "voice" into the organization Receive and share information Participation at the National Annual Conference Participation in awards programs Access to resource materials

16 Requirements of Membership Comply with any and all registration procedures Successfully complete all required training and tests Remit all fees Medical personnel, while on duty for the System, are expected to act within the scope of practice of the CSPS The transfer of a member from one Zone to another is dependent on acceptance by the Zone President

17 How do I present myself? As a representative of the CSPS: Dress in a clean, complete uniform Speak appropriately Look professional Present as a person who takes pride in who they are and who they represent.

18 Official Uniform Blue and Yellow Jacket / Shirt Navy or Black Pants First Aid Kit or Vest Name Tag Membership Badge / Crest Headgear (must be acceptable)

19 Official Uniform - Jacket

Official Uniform - Vest 20

All Season Vest Can be worn for Nordic skiing, bike and special events 21

Summer jacket/Un blouson a été

Technical T-shirt This is an example of a non-official t-shirt that can be worn under an official uniform such as the All Season Vest 23

24 First Aid Kit Fanny pack - navy blue with no other markings Back pack - predominantly navy blue with some yellow with CSPS crest Vest – navy blue and yellow with CSPS crest

25 First Aid Kit Contents Eight triangular bandages One tongue depressor One roll of 1 cm adhesive tape Six adhesive bandages One pair of scissors (not pointed) or penknife One pencil (not a ball-point pen) Six 8 cm x 8 cm dry sterile dressings Six safety pins Non sterile exam gloves Barrier Device One non metallic whistle

26 Optional Items Key, wrench or screwdriver to adjust patroller's own bindings Sun or wind protection Pliers Small wooden splints Ski wax Wooden matches in a waterproof container Small notebook Tags for tagging the patient's equipment Pieces of cord