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Hal Bond
07-05-2010, 01:54 PM
Registrations close for the Canadian Open tomorrow, July 6. I was at the site meeting which Larry attended and I completely agree that we have a fantastic venue to match the wonderful week that will be the Candian Open. Here are some of the highlites in my view:

1. All equipment is now being provided! Digital clocks on every board.
2. Terrific international competition - 9 GM's and 7 IMs and plenty of norm chances.
3. Some great side events - GM simuls including one by our own Mark Bluvshtein to benefit the Olympic team. Alex Shabalov will be giving a 960 (aka Fischer Random) simul. Kitchener's FM Hans Jung will be giving a blindfold simul.
4. FIDE Arbiter seminar for those who wish to develop their knowledge and skills as an Arbiter.
5. A $32,000 guaranteed prize fund with generous class prizes.
6. Superb Closing Ceremonies and Banquet on the Waterfront

Attendance is already over 210 players. Don't forget to sign up by tomorrow! As your chief arbiter I look forward to working with everyone next week.