by Tyler | Oct 3, 2014 | The Launch
In 2014 the following regions will be electing, or renewing, the Board members representing that region: Saskatchewan, Ontario, Atlantic Canada, BC. The process is underway to determine whether incumbents are intending to let their names stand again and for elections...
by Tyler | Oct 3, 2014 | Awards, The Launch
Randy Parkin: Cliff Kakish Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service to the Sports of Hang Gliding and Paragliding in Canada Michael Fuller: Jamie Christensen Memorial Award in Recognition of Long-Term Achievement Doug T. Nitchie: The Solid Ground Award for Excellence...
by Tyler | Oct 3, 2014 | The Launch
March 3-9th, 2014 marked the 4th annual Women of Aviation Worldwide Week. This event celebrates the anniversary of the first woman pilot license being issued, with the purpose of introducing more women to flight and aviation-related careers. As a female running my...
by Tyler | Oct 3, 2014 | The Launch
The HPAC Office is no longer sending out the old laminated cards that came with every membership renewal. This decision had to be made due to the following: in 2013 the HPAC Office produced over 4,000 cards (each new membership or renewal, or new rating, or renewed...
by Tyler | Oct 3, 2014 | The Launch
As part of the Organizational Renewal of our Association, the Council for Senior Instructors (CSI) has been reviewing the current Requirements for Instructor Certifications and Tandem Endorsements and is expected to make a recommendation to the Board later in 2014 for...
by Tyler | Oct 3, 2014 | The Launch
Jasper Park Superintendent Greg Fenton has recently committed to finalizing the guidelines for hang gliding and paragliding in Jasper National Park on a one-year trial project beginning in late spring 2015. Flying in National Parks is still off limits until HPAC gets...
