Reconnaître les réalisations extraordinaires, la contribution et le travail acharné.
SWKKF REACH Program
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ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Each year, the Shintani Culture of Recognition Program recognizes some of the organization’s leaders, contributors, ambassadors, scholars and karate-ka for their contributions and achievements over the past year.
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Nomination period is September 1 - April 20, 2026.
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Nominations – nominees must be SWKKF member.
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Must be a SWKKF registered member to nominate
Nomination Process
To nominate a leader, contributor, ambassador, scholar or karate-ka for their contributions, scan the QR Code or click on the Nomination Form
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SELECTION COMMITTEE
Each club is asked to submit a person’s name to be a part of a selection pool to review the nominations for each of the awards.
Qualifications (preferred):
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Yudansha
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Generally, be available early May via email
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Be willing to spend time reviewing the nominations
The selection committee is structured from the pool of volunteers, taking into consideration any potential conflicts of interest. A communication will be sent out each year to the SWKKF membership asking for volunteers and providing pertinent dates and details.
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To volunteer for the Selection Committee, scan the QR Code above or click on the Nomination Form. Select Selection Committee Volunteer (option 6).
LEADERSHIP AWARD
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​​Recognition of
This award recognizes an individual who demonstrates outstanding leadership and effective mentorship within the SWKKF.​
Key Associated Values
Honour, Humility, Community
​Nominated by
Shintani Membership
​Nomination Eligibility
Yudansha only, excluding senate members. Not eligible in consecutive years.​
Selected by
The selection is at the full discretion of the Selection committee.
Example
Someone who demonstrates leadership and mentorship within a dojo, the SWKKF, with all students, peers, ranking yudansha.
CONTRIBUTOR AWARD
Recognition of
This award recognizes an individual who has truly made a difference to the SWKKF through their contribution to committees, governance, policy development, or financial sustainability within the SWKKF.
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Key Associated Values
Excellence, Community, Humility
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Nominated by
Shintani Membership
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Nomination Eligibility
Yudansha only, excluding senate members. Not eligible in consecutive years.
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Selected by
The selection is at the full discretion of the Selection committee.
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Example
Someone who contributes to committees, policy development, fundraising.
AMBASSADOR AWARD
Recognition of
This award recognizes an individual with a strong, positive voices, who advocates, raises awareness or enhances the image of the SWKKF in the greater community.
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Key Associated Values
Community, Kindness
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Nominated by
Shintani Membership
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Nomination Eligibility
Shintani members, excluding senate members. Not eligible in consecutive years.
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Selected by
The selection is at the full discretion of the Selection Committee.
Example
Someone who travels and supports both inside and outside their club. Member recruitment. Raises funds for charitable Organizations. Brings the SWKKF to community activities. Promotes the activities of the SWKKF
ATHLETES AWARD
Recognition of
This award recognizes an individual who excels as a karateka through their dedication to training, attending tournament and clinic opportunities and achieving excellence as a result of this dedication.
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Key Associated Values
Community, Kindness
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Nominated by
Shintani Membership
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Nomination Eligibility
Shintani members, excluding senate members. Not eligible in consecutive years.
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Selected by
The selection is at the full discretion of the Selection Committee.
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Example
Someone who trains karate over and above the usual karate-ka, attends everything possible in their area, contributes to their dojo and the greater SWKKF.
Leadership
Sensei Tom Foster
Contributor
Sensei Elliott Knowles
Ambassador
Sensei Steffannie Hancharyk
Female Athlete
Sensei Erin
Couture
Male Athlete
Sensei Geoff
McDonald
2024 REACH Award Winners
Leadership
Sensei Bill Hynes
Contributor
Sensei Adam Knowles
Ambassador
Sensei Brandon Marques
Female Athlete
Sensei Cristina lordache
Male Athlete
Sensei Braden Oishi
REACH Award Ceremony Videos
Year | Description | Video Link |
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2025 | 2025 REACH Awards coming soon | https://youtu.be/F44xs48FiKg |
2024 | 2024 REACH Awards Ceremony | https://youtu.be/EWWSrCzv8vM |
2023 | 2023 REACH Awards Ceremony | https://youtu.be/-6_36hjpReE |
2022 | 2022 REACH Awards Ceremony | https://youtu.be/34XFn_EQ_vk |
2021 | 2021 REACH Awards Ceremony | https://youtu.be/rHsgtBZoKPw |
REACH Award: Story Videos
Year | Interviewee | Video URL |
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2025 | Sensei Carlos Garcia | https://youtu.be/KN_E6cdKliE |
2025 | Michel Gosselin | https://youtu.be/drWb_F3lK1U |
2025 | Darren Humphries | https://youtu.be/e2418F6RWes |
2024 | Sensei Shelley McGregor | https://youtu.be/yESPDJ21ezU |
2024 | Sensei Bruce Perkins | https://youtu.be/puxoG0x78qc |
2024 | Sensei Ron Mattie | https://youtu.be/ok1wIykVvqE |
2023 | Sensei Heather Fidyk | https://youtu.be/KxjNziviF_0 |
2023 | Sensei Brad Cosby | https://youtu.be/CPPOx5Y-XGg |
2023 | Sensei Blaine Beemer | https://youtu.be/8f-vrOrMnnA |
2022 | Sensei Anne Readhead | |
2022 | Sensei Peter Avino | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xq5fSqv2r5A |
2022 | Sensei Rick Leveille | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hN3f9jIuVRw |
2021 | Sensei Charlotte Martin | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=buwci22s-KE&feature=youtu.be |
2021 | Jim Atkinson | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jbtY66-X3o |
2021 | Sensei Bob Graham | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HLp_cUHJz0&feature=youtu.be |
2021 | Sensei Lou Roentgen | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ObqAxd94yFk |