Hello friends! I wanted to take some time to reflect on 2017 and think about what 2018 is going to look for Canadian judges. Our neighbours to the south call these “State of the Region” - which is a little more grandiose than what I hope to share, but it captures the spirit!
Canadian Eh-xemplar Highlights Wave 11: Wonder Women
This wave, we're focusing on the women who help make this game great. For all the barri
Statement – De-Certification of Canadian L3
Hey everyone – so a thing happened and it’s time we address it publicly. Last weekend, Chris Lansdell was de-certified as the result of a Judge Conduct Committee (JCC) case for sexual harassment. He is not to participate as a judge in Magic events. He can attempt to re-enter the community by testing for L1 […]
2017 L2 End-of-Year Maintenace
It's the most wonderful time of year--L2 Maintenance Time! Review the requirements here and complete the enclosed survey by DECEMBER 31
Wave 10 Eh-xemplar Highlights, part II – Spotlight on the Stars
In our second installment of Wave 10 highlights, Alex Frank and David Poon help us get to know two of Canada's most exemplary from last wave: Mike Gyssels and Kentaro Guthrie.
Wave 10 Eh-xemplar Highlights, part 1 – Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Join Jay Edwards and Mike Gyssels for Part 1 of Wave 10's exemplar highlights. This wave, we're focusing on social support between judges and the ways in which we overcome those internal struggles as a team, both on and off the tournament floor. In part II, we'll meet two of this wave's most exemplary and get to know them just a little bit better!
Robert Hinrichsen – L2 Tester
Meet Canada's newest L2 Tester, Robert Hinrichsen!
Eh-xemplar Highlights – Spotlight on the Stars, part 1
This week, Mike Gyssels and David Poon take you through a number of high-quality recognitions from Wave 9, to further explore the kinds of feedback Canadians have received. If you wrote a recommendation that was deferred, or if you’re an L1 or isolated L2 looking for ways to have the amazing work of judges around you–and your own work–recognized, then follow along, dear reader!
The Canadian Eh-xemplar Highlight – How To Be Seen
Just in time for Wave 9, L3 Chris Lansdell walks you through how to get noticed in our wide region, and how to best write nominations for your peers based on feedback from some of Canada's most senior judges.
Darren Gamble – L2 Tester
Congratulations to our new L2 Tester, Darren Gamble! Follow the break to learn more about one of Alberta's treasures!