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  • Locked in National Championships

    Locked in National Championships

    Part of a series of posts on little man’s Road to Edmonton.

    He did it!

    Little man secured his spot on Karate Nova Scotia‘s 2026 Provincial Team in the Under 14 Kata and Kumite (sub 40 kg category) events, We’ll all be traveling to Edmonton this May for Karate Canada‘s National Championships (first time, if anyone has recommendations for us).

    Goes without saying, this will be the little man’s largest tournament, but he’s in good company with nine of the 25 member, cross-province team coming from the Halifax Ryuseikan dojo – including a dojo-mate making his second appearance at nationals and who will be competing in the same events. See the full team announcement on Karate Nova Scotia’s news page.

    But, this isn’t our first experience with a Karate Canada Nationals. Both the little man and I volunteered with the 2026 Senior and Under 21 National Championships hosted in Halifax, Nova Scotia. I had a role on the host committee, notably some VIP hosting activities and generating some media coverage for the event. At the final Karate Nova Scotia Grand Prix of the season, both Kingsley and I were recognized along with many of the volunteers who helped make the National Championships a reality – thanks Karate NS for the volunteer medals and the recognition, it was very appreciated.

    Little man did note that volunteering was helpful in terms of seeing what a formal, national-level competition looks like. Good experience to have before taking the titami for that first kata in May.

    So here’s to the next step in the journey.

  • Road to Edmonton – Fundraisers

    Road to Edmonton – Fundraisers

    Part of a series of posts on little man’s Road to Edmonton.

    As many of you might be tracking, the little man is on his epic year-long quest for to be named to the Karate Nova Scotia Junior Provincial Team and earn a spot in both the Under 14 Kata and Kumite events at Karate Canada‘s Junior National Karate Championship in Edmonton, May 2026.

    Part of this effort requires some fundraising (you can read about the fundraising purposes on the Karate Nova Scotia provincial team page) which is where some of you might come in. I’ll be sharing a few of the fundraisers here over the next bit. Comments are disabled on this post – if you have questions easiest to contact me.

    Featured fundraiser

    We’re done fundraising for the season

    Karate Canada’s 2026 National Championships are in May at the Edmonton Expo Centre. We’ll keep you posted on the website or my Instagram if little man will be joining the team. Visit the Shore Line section of the website for latest news.

    Past or ongoing fundraisers

    Fruits of Victory with Bishop’s Cellar

    Bishop’s Cellar has joined the Karate Nova Scotia Provincial Team support with a custom coupon code. 10% of pre-tax total on all website orders between March 30 through April 6.

    To support out little man, use coupon code Kingsley at check out.

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    Fuel the fight with Mitchell’s Soup Co.

    This fundraising is all about keeping you fueled right – with delicious soup mixes from Mitchell’s Soups Co. See the brochure for full list of available soups.

    $12 per soup or bundle 3 for $30. Orders and payment due April 5.

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    Up to a Grand in your Hand

    It’s a 50/50, you’re just “reserving” your ticket in advance. $10 for each ticket. Webpage explains it all, We’ll get an email when you select the little man (and Tash will coordinate the money with you for the draw).

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