By Saeed Akhtar, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Lakeshore News Reporter
Skate Lakeshore will welcome figure skaters from across Ontario as it hosts its first Provincial Series Competition from Feb. 14 to 16, 2025.
“The Skate Ontario Provincial Series is a figure skating competition series that allows athletes to qualify for the Skate Ontario Provincial Championships,” said Sarah Malott, Chair of Skate Lakeshore.
“We are so excited to have been selected as a first-time host for one of these events, which will allow skaters from across Ontario to compete at this local competition.”
The Municipality of Lakeshore expressed enthusiasm for being the host community for the event.
“On behalf of Lakeshore’s communities, we are thrilled to welcome figure skaters from across Ontario as they compete for a spot at the Provincial Championships,” said Lakeshore Mayor Tracey Bailey.
“Thank you to the hardworking members of Skate Lakeshore who helped to bring this event to our municipality. We hope that all skaters, along with family, friends, coaches, and volunteers who make their participation possible, can enjoy all that our municipality has to offer.”
Skate Lakeshore is reaching out to the local community to help fill the many volunteer roles needed to host a competition of this size.
“It takes many hands to put on an event of this caliber,” said Malott, noting that secondary school students are particularly encouraged to get involved.
Skate Lakeshore, a not-for-profit organization, offers skating programs for participants ranging from age three to adults. Run by a small group of volunteers, the organization aims to make skating fun and accessible for everyone.