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Date Posted:14:59:03 08/01/08 Fri
Canada Galaxy tickets are now on sale!!!!
Our event will take place on August 23rd at the Museum of Civilization Theatre in Ottawa/Gatineau.
Tickets are $25 each and $20 for seniors and under 12 and can be purchased by contacting the museum's ticket office directly at: 819-776-7014. The ticket office is opened Monday through Friday from 9am to 6pm. Thursday & Friday, close time is 9pm.
Hope to see you amongst us and cheer on your favorite delegate!
Date Posted:20:06:18 07/29/08 Tue
Good Luck to all of you as you compete for the international Galaxy titles!!!! I know you will all make us very proud!
Date Posted:02:51:46 08/16/08 Sat
I feel so bad for many of the Miss BC World candidates. After the pageant, many of them were crying and blaming the judging panel for their loss. I feel bad for these girls, that they have such poor sportsmanship and i don't think they realize how bad this looked. I walked backstage after the event and was shocked to see this. It made me support the judges decision even more after seeing Sun Bains throw a hissy fit and start verbally attacking the pageant coordinators with quite fowl language..
I hope these girls can realize that this pageant isnt the end of their lives...
Date Posted:01:20:15 07/25/08 Fri
Hey everyone....
Just for fun I thought that I would post all of our beauty queens since 2000, just so we can compare the diversity of our country. I think each of these ladies has something different about them, that made them special.
Since there has been much debate about all the reps looking similar, that maybe true in the way styling is set, but in terms of individual beauty, our reps have a certain uniqueness that differentiates them from one another...
KIM, CRISTINA, NEELAM, LEANNE
VENESSA, NATALIE, ALICE, INGA & SAM
Hopefully 2009, brings us a year of gorgeous, fit, confident, INTELLIGENT and classy beauties!
After a grueling weekend of rehearsals and training, Vancouver's Hasti Vahidi was crowned Miss BC World 2008 in a Fort Langley pageant that raised over $1,300 for Cops for Cancer charity.
The five-foot-nine beauty from Deep Cove in North Vancouver says she was caught off guard when she realized she had won the title that will see her move into the Miss World Pageant in March 2009.
"I didn't feel anything as I was in complete shock," said Vahidi who competed against 25 other young women inside the Chief Sepass Theatre. "I have never experienced such an exhilarating experience in my life."
Vahidi, who is a legal assistant with prestigious downtown Vancouver law firm, Davison Wiebe Douvelos LLP, embodies this year's pageant theme, "Beauty With a Purpose."
Born in Iran, Vahidi recently finished writing a novel about the aesthetic qualities to be found within her home country. She says that despite common presumptions that "Iran is an ugly nation," there is much beauty to be found in its culture, history, women and art.
The newly minted author, who also plays piano and paints, sees herself with a career in either law or journalism, just as long as she "has a voice that makes a difference in the world."
As Miss BC World 2008, Vahidi says she will use her crown to raise money for cancer. Inspired by her father's friend who was diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, Vahidi wants to raise awareness about the terminal disease. And so far, she's apparently already made an impact.
"The highlight of winning was when I got off stage to meet my family and a little girl that had survived brain cancer came up to me to ask to take a photograph with me," she said. "It melted my heart. I was so proud of her and she said that she was so proud of me. I have never felt so blessed and so privileged at that exact moment."
Although completely gorgeous, Vahidi is not without her klutzy side.
Two things she never leaves home without: Eye drops and Band-Aids. "For some reason things always get into my eye," she laughed.
Date Posted:14:13:56 08/07/08 Thu
I just visited www.beautyinpageants.blogspot.com and learned about the participation of three beauty queens at the Amazing Race Asia. They are Natalie Glebova, Pailin and Tisha Silang.
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She conquered the universe. She conquered the earth. She conquered the Philippines. But only one of them emerged victoriously.
That was years ago. This time, they have the same mission and that is to conquer Asia through the Amazing Race. And one of them will emerge victorious once more. Who is she?
Three former beauty queens are taking part in a show called the Amazing Race Asia. From the the stage, they are taking their battlefields to the real world as they try to race around the world especially Asia to win - this time, not a pageant crown - a hundred thousand US dollars.
From pageant beauties, they are now Amazing beauties.
Former 2005 Miss Universe Natalie Glebova of Canada is representing Thailand on the third installment of the popular Amazing Race. She is racing with her friend, also a beauty queen, Pailin Rungratanasunthorn who represented Thailand at the Miss Earth 2006 in Manila, Philippines.
Glebova is married to a Thai popular tennis player, Paradorn. This marriage made her eligible to represent Thailand, the country where she won her title as Miss Universe.
On the other hand, Tisha Silang is representing the Philippines together with her boyfriend of 8-years younger, Geoff Rodriguez. Tisha won the right to represent Philippines to the 1998 Miss Universe pageant in Hawaii, USA. But she was forced to give up her title because of a citizenship issue. Tisha is also a Canadian citizen of Filipino parents. She's having dual citizenships.
Only Glebova won her respective pageant being the Miss Universe 2005. Pailin was unplaced at the Miss Earth 2006 while Tisha Silang did not go to the Miss Universe pageant.
Now, the question is who will become winner out of the three? Will Glebova repeat her success with Pailin or will Tisha take this oppurtunity to prove herself.
Watch the show at AXN-Asia starting 11 September 2008 at 9 pm HKT every Thurdays.
As per the spoilers posted at www.entermyworld.heavenforum.com and RFF, Tisha seems to be part of the final 4 while Natalie and Pailin were unnoticed. From EnterMyWorld, Tisha was seen in Singapore Airport booking a flight to Cochin, India. A blogger saw them and he was able to sneak a photo of them. You can check the pictures at the Spoilers Corner of the site.
The three beauties will also be first seen on the show by 04 September 2008 when AXN airs a one-hour special titled Racers Revelead.
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Date Posted:09:54:37 08/03/08 Sun
We would like to congratulate ALL of our titleholders for an excellent job at representing Canada at Galaxy International - the competition was extremely tough this year and you all did us proud. Below are the honors that is being brought home by our titleholders:
Junior Miss Canada Galaxy - Vanessa Muff
1st RUNNER-UP to Junior Miss Galaxy
Junior Miss Congeniality
Visibility Award
Miss Canada Galaxy - Eva Khondaker
1st RUNNER-UP to Miss Galaxy
Supermodel of the Year Award
Swimsuit Winner
Mrs. Canada Galaxy - Monica La Vella
Mrs. Congeniality
Date Posted:13:24:42 07/21/08 Mon
I've been reading all of the posts regarding Samantha Tajik not making the semis, and that she was plastic and it was no suprise not hearing her name called during the finals, re-creating Natalie clones...and how Canada doesn't have much to choose from, etc, etc, etc.
There is some truth to everyone's points. However, I think that Canada does have some truly gorgeous girls, but they just aren't interested in competing, or the pageant scene doesn't appeal to them.
With the disclusion of Samantha Tajik during the live telecast, it's true, there was no surprise there. She rocked the preliminaries and did her best. But there will always be other contestants that will do better. But I truly believe that she did have that international appeal as well....whether or not she made the finals, I think Sam did her best and that's all what we could ask for, when representing the country.
As for repeats in the next edition of Miss Universe Canada, there will definitely be a batch of girls who want to try again and win it. Lina Lombana, Aleksandra Malkin, Genida Prifti, Claudia Olejnik....I'm sure will re-enter. Will they win? 80% chance...but no guarantee.
Anyways, Miss Universe 2008 is over. Venezuela, who was my favorite for the crown won....just like when I called it for Canada in 2005. CONSISTENCY, presence, and confidence, the minute she steps in the host country is the main key.
Natalie had it, Alice had it, Zuleyka, Riyo, all of them....
and we need to find another girl that will do that!
as a part of the Kensington Sun and Salsa Festival (Calgary, Alberta)
RESULTS
Miss Sun and Salsa 2008 = Hannah Coskey Sun Princess(1st Runner Up) = Nicole Tomas Salsa Princess (2nd Runner Up) = Kelsi Vescarelli 3rd Runner Up = Ashlea Moor 4th Runner Up = Tabitha Worby
AWARD WINNERS
Miss Fitness = Monica Blain Miss Swimsuit = Hannah Coskey Miss Fashion = Nicole Tomas Miss Friendship = Tabitha Worby Miss Interview = Camille Block Miss Photogenic = Monica Blain
From left to right: Bottom Row: Jessica Tsang - Sun Princess 2007 , Veronica Millan – Salsa Princess 2007, Adwoa Yamoah – Miss Sun and Salsa 2007, Second Row: Monica Blain, Jade Coultman, Kayla Rusnack, Laura James, Shazia Hassam, Camille Block, Kelsi Rasmuson & Kimberley Moore Third Row: Carly Neal, Tabitha Worby, Nicole Tomas, Laura Burke, Hannah Coskey, Ashlea Moor, Casar Rekneneder, Kelsi Vescarelli & Roberta Caruso
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THANK YOU!
To all of our sponsors, volunteers, judges and contestants.
Date Posted:14:11:55 07/29/08 Tue
Posted By DAVID NESSETH, STANDARD-FREEHOLDER
Barbara Joan Markham gave a queen-like wave as she cruised down Pitt Street Monday holding a bouquet of roses in a sky blue 1968 Chevy.
It's familiar territory for the 75- year-old Cornwall native, who grew up on the city's main drag, eventually to be crowned with the prestigious modelling title of Miss Canada in 1954. No other local woman has held the honour.
"I'm flabbergasted," Markham said Monday, appreciative of the commemoration ceremony held for her by local MP Guy Lauzon at his Cornwall office.
Lauzon said he wanted to honour the former Miss Canada's achievement because he felt it was something that had fallen well under the radar in recent times.
"A lot of people don't know about this. It's a great news story for Cornwall," he said. "We have a star, a legend in out midst. Born and raised on Pitt Street."
At 5 feet 9.5 inches tall, 145 lbs. (37- 26-37), dark brown hair, a fair complexion and blue eyes, Markham wowwed the legendary pageant's judges at the week-long competition in London, Ont. She beat out 22 other ladies at the event.
While it was impossible to argue that Markham didn't look great in a swimsuit or an evening gown, it was the talent portion of the competition that really set her apart. Her paintings were impressive, and partly the reason she entered the Miss Canada competition in the first place.
"I did it to promote my paintings. I got a bit of notoriety," said the Moulinette Island resident.
While pageants may be more glamourous nowadays, she said, they don't place the same emphasis on talent.
Markham was and is a portrait artist. She had attended the Ontario College of Art and Design and wanted to continue her studies abroad in Paris and Rome. She presented Prime Minister Louis St. Laurent with a portrait of himself and also did one of Cornwall native Nathan Phillips, who was mayor of Toronto at the time.
On July 31, 1954, all of Cornwall welcomed Markham with a homecoming parade. Posters read: "We have the Seaway and Miss Canada too!"
Markham said she was OK sharing the spotlight with the mighty Seaway project. "It was great publicity for both of us."
She travelled all over the U. S., and even competed in the Miss America pageant, where she finished 12th out of 50 contestants.
Date Posted:11:44:16 07/25/08 Fri
Jessica Trisko, Miss Earth 2007 is scheduled to visit Puerto Rico from August 25 to 29. Based on the article the new miss Puerto Rico Earth will be selected by Reinas De Puerto Rico Inc. (ME franchise holder) before her visit. The would be appointed ME PR 2008 will act as hostess to Jessica and accompany her on her scheduled activities such as visiting the Mayor of San Juan, a visit to Sec of Natural Resources, several newspaper interviews and visiting national parks to promote the preservation of the environment.
Date Posted:13:45:16 07/04/08 Fri
Hey everyone, the contestant pictures and bios are now posted on the Miss British Columbia World website. Six of these girls will be selected as finalists and get to compete at the 2009 Miss World Canada pageant.
Who do you think the 6 finalists will be???
www.missbc.ca
Date Posted:13:11:11 07/09/08 Wed
Wow what a bunch of beautiful girls!
Looking at the prelim videos on the website I must say that this years televised show should be very interesting to watch!
Canada: Samantha did great.... she looks amazing on stage. She has the confidence to be there, and she looks awesome!
puerto rico: beautiful.... def. top 15.. probably top 10.
USA- amazing... the next Miss Universe? probably not but def. top 5.
venezuela: I think she is the next miss universe. Look at her in those video's. It looks as though she already is Miss Universe. She has what Natalie has on that stage, and she has what Zuleyka had on the stage when she won! Just my opinion... but she is for sure a crowd pleaser.. and she is on top of it!!
Mexico.. in the interview video i thought she was pretty... but during the prelim show - it looked as though she was good on stage too! Prob. top 5 I would say..
Anyway... this is just an opinion. what do you think?
I think Canada deserves to be in top 15.. top 10 and maybe even top 5 based on her performance.. however we all know how politics play out... some of us may feel there is politics with MUC so we should also know and remember that politics play a huge role at Miss Universe as well...
So if for some reason Sam doesnt make the finals... it will not be bc of her perfomance. I think she has done a great job representing canada so far and we should be proud!
What are your interests and what do you enjoy doing the most?
I enjoy traveling, skating, keeping active, spending time with my puppies and dancing, but above all else, I enjoy making a difference in the lives of others. When I go to bed at the end of a day and can say that I have helped at least one person, than I've had a good day!
What is your career ambition?
My career ambition is to have my own business in the entertainment field. It is both my choices and my strive to achieve that will take me there. From helping out backstage at a Runway show, to being the center of attention, everything I do will help me explore and get me closer to my aspiration. With strict discipline and thoroughly taking each step towards my goal, one day my perseverance will be rewarded.
What is your proudest personal accomplishment?
Breaking down stereotypes and embracing changes in society is what fuels new ideas in progress. My ambition for modeling was blatant to my surroundings, and my deep desire was strong enough to break down any misconceived ideas. Therefore, my proudest accomplishment would be achieving that degree of positive attitude that helps me get through anything in life.
What is something unique that has happened to you; some interesting thing about you?
As Miss Universe Canada, I’ve had the opportunity to fulfill one of my deepest dreams – making a difference in the lives of others, especially through my work with S.O.S. Children’s Villages and the American-Nicaraguan Foundation. Words could never accurately describe what I feel inside, and it has truly been more fulfilling than I could have ever imagined. I will forever be grateful for these experiences, and I know this is something I will continue for the rest of my life.
What do you want the judges to know about you?
I believe that everyone is blessed with life and we should not take things for granted. But instead, savor the moments, and use our advantages to help others with disadvantages. I would like the judges to know that if I am chosen as Miss Universe 2008, I would be totally committed to the job and the organization behind it. I thrive on challenge and set very high standards for myself; and possess an intense desire to do my best in anything I get involved with.
BEST NATIONAL COSTUME COMPETITION
(Winner will be announced of July 13, 2008) Top 10 semifinalists: (in alphabetical order)
Miss Albania, Matilda Mecini
Miss Colombia, Taliana Vargas
Miss Dominican Rep., Marianne Cruz
Miss India, Simran Kaur Mundi
Miss Kosovo, Zana Krasniqi
Miss Mexico, Elisa Najera
Miss Peru, Karol Castillo
Miss South Africa, Tansey Coetzee
Miss Venezuela, Dayana Mendoza
Miss Vietnam, Nguyen Thuy Lam
CHARMING IN AO DAI COMPETITION WINNER: Miss Venezuela, Dayana Mendoza Top 5 finalists: (in alphabetical order)
Miss India, Simran Kaur Mundi
Miss Kazakhstan, Alfina Nassyrova
Miss Thailand, Gavintra Photijak
Miss Vietnam, Nguyen Thuy Lam
BEST IN SWIMSUIT COMPETITION WINNER: Miss Mexico, Elisa Najera Top 5 finalists: (in alphabetical order)
Miss Colombia, Taliana Vargas
Miss India, Simran Kaur Mundi
Miss Spain, Claudia Moro
Miss USA, Crystle Stewart
Subject: Clip of Parade in Vietnam...Includes close up of Miss Canada
I've been reading this forum for the past few weeks, and it seems that everybody has had a world of negative to say about the current Miss Universe Canada - Samantha Tajik.
While I'm not certain what the motives are behind the incessant attacks, this is the CANADIAN pageant fan's message forum, in SUPPORT of Canadian women in pageantry. Samantha is currently competing on what is one of, if not THE highest profile pageantry event in the entire world - like her or not, we need to RALLY AROUND our delegate, instead of taking every opportunity to drag her down through the floor.
Personally, I believe her to be a contender, and we as Canadian pageant fans need to stand behind her as she takes on a daunting task that requires a hell of a lot of courage - all eyes are gonna be on her next month and I find it sad the amount of unwillingness that exists to support her during this time.
I ask you all to take a moment and to place yourselves in her shoes - what would YOU want pageant fans back home to be doing? Encouraging, or degrading you? Before anybody says another word, please consider this. Months and years of preparation have gone into this - she is living a dream. Don't try and ruin it for her with nasty off-hand comments and discouragement.
Samantha - you are beautiful, and I believe in you - now, make Canada proud!! GO SAM! :)
Date Posted:15:00:15 06/22/08 Sun
"In the plane above, you can imagine 3 countries inside, Miss Japan, Miss Korea and Miss Canada. Miss Canada had a transfer in Tokyo and we met her at check in. She recognized me and called my name, also I was so surprised! In fact she was in Mexico last year when Riyo won, she was there with my friends Dennis the National Directors of Canada, and Miguel, her head coach.
"One of her suitcase, containing her evening gowns was lost and she was so worried because she has to take picture with the gown this Sunday. Hiroko told her that she can borrow one of her evening gown, and Sun proposed to lend her a pair of her shoes because they fit the same shoe size.
Miss Canada kindly also carried one of Hiroko carry-on suitcases to help us with the overweight charges. Sweet girl! She is beautiful, tall, slim and really smart."
Date Posted:08:55:47 06/22/08 Sun
WOW very nice, Ines ligron(Miss japan Universe national director) says "She is beautiful, tall, slim and really smart." I didn't know she went to miss universe last year,
INFO FROM http://inesligron.com/wordpress/?p=1652
In the plane above, you can imagine 3 countries inside, Miss Japan, Miss Korea and MissCanada. Miss Canada had a transfer in Tokyo and we met her at check in. She recognized me and called my name, also I was so surprised! In fact she was in Mexico last year when Riyo won, she was there with my friends Dennis the National Directors of Canada, and Miguel, her head coach.
One of her suitcase, containing her evening gowns was lost and she was so worried because she has to take picture with the gown this Sunday. Hiroko told her that she can borrow one of her evening gown, and Sun proposed to land her a pair of her shoes because they fit the same shoe size.
Miss Canade kindly also carried one of Hiroko carry-on suitcases to help us with the overweight charges. Sweet girl! She is beautiful, tall, slim and really smart.
Date Posted:02:24:39 06/10/08 Tue
Does anyone have any delegate pictures saved from Miss Universe 1999?
I am looking for individual/official pictures of Spain (Diana Nogueria) and India (Gul Panag) specifically, but any would be helpful. I know some of you hardcore fans probably saved some and I am hoping you could help me out.
If you can please email me at VeteranPoster88@aol.com
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