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2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships
Shalom Park Water Ski Site
Edmonton, Canada
July 4-7, 2019
Bulletin No. 1
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It is our pleasure to invite all Federations to the 2019 IWWF World Under 21
Waterski Championships to be held at Shalom Park Water Ski Site in Edmonton,
Canada, from July 4-7, 2019. We are greatly looking forward to seeing you here and
receiving your intention to participate as soon as possible.
1.1 Host Federation
The Host Federation is Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada (WSWC), which the
Canadian national sports organization responsible for coordinating, growing and
developing towed water sports from initiation to high performance through proactive
advocacy, strengthened partnerships, effective communications and coordinated
leadership.
Name of Federation: Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada
Contact Person & Designation: Jasmine Northcott, Chief Executive Officer
Telephone Number: +1 613-526-0685
Email Address: [email protected]
WebS Site: http://www.wswc.ca
1.2 Organizing Committee & Contact Details
The Organizer of the event is Shalom Park Water Ski Site.
Contact Person & Designation: Chuck Kraus, Chair
Telephone Number: +1 403-689-3494
Email Address: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.shalompark.com
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1.3 Competition Website & Social Media
Official Website: https://worldwaterskiers.com/tournament/19iwwf01/
Twitter: @skishalompark
Instagram: @skishalompark
Facebook: ShalomParkCanada
1.4 The Event Venue
Shalom Park Water Ski Site is a man-made water ski lake located in Edmonton,
Alberta, Canada. Shalom Park was built in 1985 and has been host to a multitude of
events, including the Canadian Open Elite Event, the 1996 IWWF World Junior
Waterski Championships, the Canadian Nationals Championships and a multitude of
other events. Shalom Park is located 20 minutes away from the Edmonton
International Airport (YEG).
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Shalom Park Water Ski Site is located just north of Edmonton International Airport,
and a short drive from many Edmonton area attractions, including West Edmonton
Mall, one of the largest shopping complexes in North America.
Downtown Edmonton North Saskatchewan River Peyto Lake - Icefields Hwy
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Google Map Location of Shalom Park Water Ski Site: MAP
1.5 Weather
The average temperature forecasted by AccuWeather for the dates proposed for the
2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships are:
Dates: July 4-7
Average High Temp: 22C / 71F
Average Low Temp: 9C / 48F
1.6 Airport
The Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is only 18 km away from Shalom Park
Water Ski Site, an easy 20 minute drive. http://flyeia.com/
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1.7 Transportation
The Official Hotel provides free transportation between the airport and the hotel for
all guests. Transportation between the official hotel and the event venue is
provided free of charge to Technical Officials, IWWF Discipline Council Members, and
IWWF Executive Board Members.
1.8 Car Rental
Edmonton International Airport is served by the following rental car companies.
Taxis and ride sharing options (including Uber) are also available.
Alamo
1 877 222 9075
780 890 7345
Enterprise
1 800 261 7331
780 980 2338
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Avis
1 800 879 2847
780 890 7596
Hertz
1 800 263 0600
780 890 4435
Budget
1 800 268 8900
780 890 4801
National
1 800 227 7368
780-890-7232
Thrifty
1 800 847 4389
780 890 4436
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1.9 Hotel Accommodation
The host hotel for the event will be the Wyndam Garden Edmonton Airport.
Hotel Name: Wyndham Garden Edmonton Airport
Address: 8016 Sparrow Drive, Leduc, AB, T9E 7G3
Phone No: +1 780-769-0188
Room Rate - Single (Standard King)
Cdn$115.00, includes free breakfast for all guests
Room Rate - Double (Two Queens) Cdn$119.00, includes free breakfast for all guests
Credit Cards Accepted: All major credit cards
Hotel Website: https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham-garden/leduc-alberta/wyndham-garden-inn-edmonton-airport/overview
Booking Deadline: May 31, 2019
Distance from Event Venue: 18.5km
Notes / Comments: 20% off food at Hotel Restaurants Use code “U21Worlds” for rates above
1.10 Tourist Information
There are many options for tourist activities in Edmonton and greater Alberta. Visit
Travel Alberta and Explore Edmonton for options and help in planning your trip.
1.11 Visa Entry Requirements
Canada has one of the most advanced customs processes in the world to provide
visitors with security and ease of travel. Visitors must have valid travel documents
to enter Canada to provide proof of their citizenship. Document requirements vary
depending on from which country you are travelling from. Please check with your
travel agent or your local Canadian Consulate if you need a Visa. If you do, please,
contact the [email protected] for an official invitation from Water Ski
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Wakeboard Canada.
Canada has introduced a new entry requirement, known as Electronic Travel
Authorization (eTA), for visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada by air.
Exceptions include U.S. citizens and travelers with a valid visa. Entry requirements
for other methods of travel (land, sea) have not changed. Starting August 1, 2015,
eligible travelers can apply online for an eTA. On March 15, 2016, this entry
requirement will become mandatory and travelers will need an eTA before they can
board a flight to Canada.
1.12 Official Functions The Opening Ceremony, Closing Ceremony, and Final Night Banquet are offered free
of charge to Athletes, Team Officials, Technical Officials, IWWF Discipline Council
Members and IWWF Executive Board Members.
1.13 Intentions to Enter and Entries
In accordance with IWWF Rule 2.05 Federations wishing to send a team to compete
at the 2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships should complete and
return the “Intention to Enter” as soon as possible.
The Intention to Enter MUST be submitted exclusively through the online Admin
System: www.iwsftournament.com/WorldAdmin/ using the password which was
provided to your Federation. If you forgot your password, contact [email protected]
for assistance.
The deadline for submitting the Intention to Enter is May 5, 2019. For late
submission of the Intention to Enter form a penalty of US$200.00 will be applied in
accordance with IWWF Rule 2.05. To be accepted, the “Intention to Enter” must be
accompanied by a deposit amounting to US$50.00 for each athlete mentioned on the
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Intention. (For instance : 3 athletes :3xUS$50.00 = US$150.00). This amount must be
paid to the organisers and is non-refundable. This US$50.00 will be deducted from
the entry fee to be paid for each athlete.
The Federation may enter up to two additional athletes more than originally
declared on the “Intention to Enter” . If more than two additional athletes
participate, then a fee of US$50.00 per additional athlete will be levied upon that
Federation. Federations are responsible for all bank charges.
The deadline for final Entries without penalty is June 4, 2109.
1.14 Entry Fees
The Entry Fee for the 2019 IWWF World Under 21 Waterski Championships is
US$330.00 per competitor regardless of disciplines entered by each competitor. This
Entry Fee includes a levy of US$30.00 to assist towards the travel costs of the
Official Panel. Remitting parties are responsible for all bank charges on both ends.
Entry fees can be paid by bank transfer or credit via Paypal plus 5%
(https://www.paypal.me/shalompark). The deadline for payment is June 20, 2019.
Bank transfer instructions are:
Recipient Name: 2166175 Alberta Ltd. (Shalom Park Water Ski Site)
Recipient Address: 25512B Township Road 510A
Leduc County, Alberta, Canada T9G 0H9
Bank Name: BMO Private Banking
Bank Address: 7th Floor, 350 - 7th Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P 3N9
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Transit: 32189
Institution: 001
Account Number: 4787 391
Swift Code: BOFMCAM2
1.15 Lunches on Site
Lunches on site will be provided free of charge to Athletes, Team Officials,
Technical Officials, relative IWWF Discipline Council Members and IWWF Executive
Board Members. The Host hotel offers a complimentary breakfast each day.
Evening meals and meals for other days will be self-funded and options can be found
near the Site and Hotel.
1.16 Training
Official Familiarization
Official familiarization will be offered at Shalom Park on July 2-3 at a rate of
US$300.00 per hour. The deadline for requesting times on official familiarization is
May 1, 2019. Once practice times are allocated, a schedule will be published on the
official website and teams will have to pay before May 15, 2019 to confirm the slots.
Once the familiarization schedule is published on May 31, 2019 any slot not
confirmed through payment will be available to be booked. The cost of
familiarization must be paid by bank transfer [see 1.14] or credit card via Paypal
plus 5% (https://www.paypal.me/shalompark). All bank charges are the
responsibility of the paying party. Once payment is made, please send your proof of
payment to [email protected].
Unofficial Practice
Unofficial practice will be available before July 2, 2019 at a cost of US$300.00 per
hour, and with a minimum booking of 15 minutes. Please send your training requests
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immediately to: [email protected] and a schedule will be made starting March
15, 2019 based on requests.
1.17 Official Tow Boat
All official practice and tournament events will be pulled behind the 2019 Ski
Nautique PCM H6 (6.2L), equipped with the latest version of Zero Off ver. S.
1.18 Doping Control
In accordance with the IWWF Anti-Doping Rules, Doping controls will be conducted
during the competition. By entering this competition, all athletes agree to be
subject to doping control. Information about the IWWF Anti-Doping program, the
current IWWF AD Rules and links to the list of banned substances can be accessed on
the following link http://iwwf.sport/athletes/anti-doping/.
1.19 Tentative Schedule of Events
The provisional schedule for the 2019 IWWF World Under 21 Water Ski Championships
is as follows. This Schedule is subject to change, and can be modified by the Chief
Judge or the Tournament Director.
Before July 2, 2019 Unofficial Practice
July 2, 2019 Official Familiarization
July 3, 2019 Official Familiarization
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Accreditation
Jury & Team Captains Meeting
July 4, 2019 Preliminary Rounds
Opening Ceremony
July 5, 2019 Preliminary Rounds
July 6, 2019 Preliminary Rounds
Finals
July 7, 2019 Finals & Closing Ceremonies
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