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CFC Ratings Boost

Today the CFC did a system-wide boost of ratings to compensate for rating deflation post-COVID. Players who played the most games gained the most points, the theory being that those were the players that lost the most points. For those interested there is a more detailed explanation on the CFC website under "CFC Forums”

[Posted January 2, 2025]

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Stephen Wright Named 2024 BC Chess Person of the Year

I am pleased to announce that your executive has chosen Stephen Wright as 2024 BC Chess Person of the Year. He is our bulletin editor, a chess coach, chess historian and international arbiter. He was cited for efficient work and professional support to the chess community. I would like to add that as Past President he has been an invaluable resource for me to call on throughout the year.

- Paul Leblanc, BCCF President

[Posted January 1, 2024]

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On-line FIDE Arbiter Seminar

Aris Marghetis is considering running an online FA seminar in late February. This is a major step towards achieving the title. Participants must already have the NA title.

If you are interested, contact Aris. arismarghetis@rogers.com

[Posted December 19, 2024]

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Andrew Xu: National Arbiter

Congratulations to Andrew Xu for achieving the National Arbiter title today.

[Posted December 17, 2024]

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2024 BC Junior Championship

Congratulations to the 2024 BC Junior Champion, Ryan Jingyun Yang.
Ryan won the title last weekend on tie-break with Justin Xu. Both finished with 4.5-0.5 after drawing in their individual encounter in round 4.
In addition to the travel grants awarded by the event, the BCCF will provide $1,000 for travel expenses to the top finisher who attends the 2025 Canadian Junior Championship.
The Reserve Section was won by Jesse Law with a perfect 5-0 score.
The Booster Section was won on tie-break by Josiah Lo (5-0) over Rockwell Chan (also 5-0).
Thank you to all the organizers, arbiters and parents who made this event possible.
Results: http://chess2inspire.org/bcjcc-2024
[Posted November 19, 2024]