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New Inductees For Canadian Ski Hall Of Fame

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November 13, 2004 – Each year, the Canadian Ski Museum conducts a selection
process to induct exceptional people into the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame
(formerly known as the Honour Roll of Canadian Skiing).

The Hall of Fame was created by the Museum in 1982 to recognize the
achievements of Canada’s greatest skiers and supporters. There are
currently 136 members, including skiing legends such as Nancy Greene, Ken
Read, Dave Irwin, Lucile Wheeler, Anne Heggtveit, Betsy Clifford, Laurie
Graham, Myriam Bedard, “Jungle” Jim Hunter and many others.

The 2004 Canadian Ski Hall of Fame inductees:

Lucie Barma – (Sillery, Quebec) Freestyle – A former Olympian, Lucie was a
member of the Canadian Freestyle Ski Team from 1979 to 1990. In a long
competitive career, her dedication, versatility and consistently high
placings produced results for which she, and all Canadians, can be justly
proud. Lucie has won gold, silver and bronze medals at numerous
competitions in mogul skiing and ballet, such as the Canadian
Championships and World Cups. Lucie remains active in the skiing community
volunteering at competitive events and encouraging her two sons.

Owen Carney – (Squamish, British Columbia) Official – Owen Carney began
his 30-year record of exemplary service to skiing as an official. Owen
developed a unique team of committed, skilled volunteers known as the
“Weasel Workers” who prepare the courses for Alpine events. As Chief of
Course at many Alpine venues since the early 1980s, his involvement at the
1988 XV Olympic Winter Games at Calgary, Alberta, and the 2002 XlX Olympic
Winter Games at Salt Lake City, USA are amongst his most significant
contributions.

Fraser Pullen – (Creston, British Columbia) Official – In 1932, a 5-cent
ride on Canada’s first rope tow installed on Foster’s Hill in Shawbridge,
Quebec, was Fraser Pullen’s first introduction to skiing. It was the
beginning of a lifetime interest in a sport, both Alpine and Nordic, for
over 50-years as an official, a founder, builder and promoter.

Canadian Ski and Snowboard Association (CSSA) Award Winners:
2004 John Semmelink Award: Thomas Grandi (Alpine):Through his tremendous
sportsmanship, conduct and ability Thomas Grandi continues to positively
represent Canada at international competition. He made history at
Kitzbuehel in 2004 with a 2nd-place finish , he had nine top 15 finishes
on the World Cup Circuit in 2003-2004.

2004 Pat Ramage Volunteer Award: Jerry Johnston: Jerry tirelessly worked
as the Executive Director, Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing from
1976 to his recent retirement. He was the Founding President, Canadian
Association for Disabled Skiing as well as the Founding President, Alberta
Amputee Ski Association(1970). Jerry continues his dedication to skiing
on the Board of Directors of the CSSA.

Here are the details for the induction ceremony:
When: Saturday, November 13, 2004.
Where: Camp Fortune, Main Lodge, Old Chelsea, Quebec
What: Reception and Silent Auction will begin at 5:00 pm with the
Induction Ceremony commencing at 6:00pm, live auction, dinner and dancing
to follow. Silent and Live Auction items include gift-certificates,
clothing, ski passes, helicopter skiing trips, holiday getaways and
artwork .

Tickets: $100 per person. Canadian Charitable Tax receipts issued for
maximum allowable portion of ticket price. All proceeds go to support the
Canadian Ski Museum.

**The Canadian Ski Museum’s purpose is to preserve, present and celebrate
the history of the sport. Established in 1971, the Canadian Ski Museum is
a not-for-profit organization that has amassed the largest Canadian public
collection of skiing related artifacts and memorabilia. Our collection
includes more than 700 pairs of skis (including some of the first skis
used in Canada), 3000 archival photographs, championship trophies, and
other important artifacts. This collection is a representation of Canadian
skiing from its earliest proponents to its Olympic athletes.





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