March 8, 2026 - The Canadian Baton Twirling Federation is pleased to announce the selection of the following judges for the 2026 Canadian Winner/Championship in Regina, Saskatchewan:

• Sheri Carter
• Wendy Cruickshank
• Tracy Eyssens
• Natalie Fehres
• Stephanie Hewis
• Andrea James
• Jenna Jemieff
• Michael Lopez
• Kelda Piluke
• Jackie Stewart

All applicants were assessed by a Judge Selection Committee on two factors:

• the results of a series of practical judging assignments (80%)
• their commitment to, and participation in, continuing professional development as reported on their application (20%)

The Selection Committee, appointed in November, was comprised of CBTF Technical Chair and 2025 Canadian Competition Director Dana Peteleski, CBTF Coaches Rep Amy Kalin, Loren Dermody (SK), Elan Paluck (SK), Leisha Strachan (MB), Sheryl Baraniuk (ON), and Joanne Moser (ex-officio). The CBTF Board extends its thanks to this group for the thought and consideration they exercised while determining this judging panel.

Congratulations to the selected judges, and thank you to all who applied.