- Skate Canada PEI CanSkate Award: Honours a CanSkate participant who exhibits enthusiasm, a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and full participation. Each Skate Canada PEI member club may submit one nomination. Only club-submitted nominations will be considered.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/Uu2kAGyGTrqnMzjGA - Skate Canada PEI STAR Athlete Award: Recognizes a STAR athlete who demonstrates determination, personal growth, passion for the sport, and achievement within the STAR program. The recipient must not have competed at Pre-Novice or higher in the current season.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/aMhgBtRrJNxgeS1D6 - Skate Canada PEI Podium Pathway Athlete Award: For a Pre-Novice (or higher) skater or team, under age requirements, who placed in the top ten at Sectionals, showing spirit, dedication, and serving as a positive role model.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/mcL6CcHJvVEJ97QCA - Skate Canada PEI Program Assistant Award: Acknowledges a dedicated Program Assistant who supports skaters and coaches on and off the ice, sharing Skate Canada’s vision and inspiring others.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/3QhZxwJhyeyYhYS7A - Skate Canada PEI Adaptive Skater Award: Celebrates adaptive or Special Olympics skaters who bring passion, positivity, and inspiration to the ice, striving for personal growth and inclusivity.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/YgKcsjsrS99EzkV17 - Skate Canada PEI Adult Skater Award: For adult skaters (18+) who embody the ‘Active for Life/Competitive for Life’ philosophy, demonstrating spirit, passion, personal achievement, and contributions to the sport.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/s1ksPVmvj4Gk4HrTA - Skate Canada PEI Volunteer Coach Award: Honours a registered Skate Canada coach who has made significant volunteer contributions at the club, regional, sectional, or national level, inspiring others and fostering development in skating.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/MBwmgUCn25FSPCn26 - Skate Canada PEI Official Award: Recognizes officials active at the Section level or lower for at least five years who share knowledge, uphold standards, and help grow figure skating in Canada.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/jqixuRxZ8mNJXhbt9 - Skate Canada PEI Elizabeth Swan Memorial Award: Acknowledges a volunteer dedicated to synchronized skating who exemplifies the passion, commitment, and spirit characteristic of Elizabeth Swan.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/SPcXFPMGBjzBuwFQA - Skate Canada PEI Volunteer Award: Celebrates an adult volunteer (5+ years of service) whose efforts have produced positive results in the Section, demonstrating passion and forward-thinking leadership.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/bfEwUeepHQoE53b7A - Skate Canada PEI Skater Recognition Award: The Section Skater Recognition Award is presented to a skater who embodies spirit, dedication, and determination, and has shown significant involvement and achievements in both skating and community activities. This award highlights the recipient’s overall contributions and commitment to the sport.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/hbGYWvWCtJw9eA2z6 - Skate Canada PEI Gold/Diamond Tests Achievement Award: Honours skaters from Skate Canada PEI who have achieved a Gold Test in Skills, FreeSkate, Dance, Artistic, or a Diamond Dance Test during the 2025–2026 skating season.
Nomination Deadline: April 1, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/szxkjF5cjngY9CLb8 - Skate Canada PEI Stephen Dennis Memorial Trophy: The Stephen Dennis Memorial Trophy is awarded to dance, pair, or synchronized skating teams registered with the Skate Canada Prince Edward Island Section, recognizing their achievements at regional, interprovincial, or national levels. The trophy celebrates teams that exemplify the spirit of skating, sportsmanship, dedication, and creativity, along with their volunteering contributions in skating and the community.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/AARiusDvwxrsWu72A - Skate Canada PEI Graduating Skaters Spotlight: The Graduating Skaters 2026 award celebrates the achievements and journey of skaters who are completing their education while actively participating in skating. This spotlight not only recognizes their skating prowess but also their academic accomplishments and future aspirations.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/MAVGfWdmwV1o79wk6
Skate Canada PEI Debbie MacMurdo Leadership Bursary
Celebrating Debbie MacMurdo’s Enduring Impact in Figure Skating & PEI Sport
Established in 2020, the Debbie MacMurdo Leadership Bursary Honours Debbie’s exemplary leadership in skating at the provincial, national, and international levels—and her broader contributions to PEI’s multi-sport community. This bursary is awarded to active Skate Canada PEI members who demonstrate hard work and dedication, balancing both school and skating commitments with outstanding leadership qualities. Up to two recipients each receive up to $1,000 to support their post-secondary education.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/KmK5tqYzF7PnbN2W6
About Debbie MacMurdo
Debbie MacMurdo’s journey in figure skating—and her influence across PEI sports—continues to inspire. We invite you to explore her achievements and the significant impact she has had on the PEI skating community. Her story is a shining example of the values and commitment this bursary recognizes and supports.
Additionally, Debbie's recent roles include:
- Bid Committee Member and Board of Directors of the 2023 Canada Winter Games, serving as Sport Lead for Figure Skating.
- Member of the 2009 and 2023 Canada Games Legacy Committees.
Click to Discover More About Debbie MacMurdo
Skate Canada National Awards
- National Volunteer Award: Honours a long-serving volunteer (10 + years) whose leadership, passion, and dedication have made a lasting impact on the sport of skating.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate PEI Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/iCdJtJBSRYCNqgUe9 - National Club/School Award: Recognizes a club or skating school that demonstrates excellence in program delivery, collaboration, innovation, and inclusion, fostering a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Nomination Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skate Canada Nomination Form: https://forms.gle/eyGQ2U1UBZ8yD1hRA - National Coach Award: Honours outstanding coaches who inspire and support skaters across all Long-Term Development pathways. Recipients demonstrate excellence, innovation, and a positive impact on skaters’ growth both on and off the ice.
Nomination Deadline: March 30, 2026
Skate Canada Nomination Form: https://forms.office.com/r/QTQs7ALx6z - National Official Award: Recognizes active officials who demonstrate integrity, collaboration, and excellence while contributing to the growth of figure skating in Canada. Recipients provide quality service and mentorship at the club, Section, national, or international level.
Nomination Deadline: March 30, 2026
Skate Canada Nomination Form: https://forms.office.com/r/HynnJ2Y116
