Iso/Delib Rules
What do you need to check in
Student ID and Delegate Tag
When are the slide template due to be submitted to the OC?
November 15
How long does Challenge last at the competition
48 Hours
What is the theme for this years competition?
Harnessing Authenticity for Success
What is the sunniest major city in Canada?
Calgary
At what point does late arrival turn into inability to compete?
If a delegate arrives late or unprepared with their identification and their team is moved to Resolution, they can no longer check in and participate in competition. If two members are in this situation, the school cannot put a team forward in that discipline
At what times will you get warnings while presenting?
10 minutes remaining
5 minutes remaining
2 minutes remaining
1 minute remaining
30 seconds remaining
10 seconds remaining, countdown on fingers
STOP card, timekeeper says “Stop”.Competitors must stop.
What sports are being played this year at competition and when was the most recent year each was played?
Tchoukball (2024) and Kinball (never)
What are the three pillars for this years competition?
Vulnerability, Empowerment, Courage
Calgary invented one of the most popular cocktails in the world. What is the cocktail?
Caesar
What are the non-permissible items in Iso/Delib Rooms?
Cell phones
Wearable electronic devices (e.g., smartwatches and other wearable technology)
Personal media devices (e.g., iPods)
Notes or papers of any kind
USB sticks or other digital storage devices
Non-resettable calculators
Personal pens and pencils
What are the 5 main categories that Academic teams get scored on
Situational Analysis
Strategic Recommendation
Implementation
Q & A Management
Presentation Structure and Delivery
How does the OC and Board evaluate Debate Motions?
Relevance
Timeliness
Difficulty
Balance
Regional Favorability
Sensitivity of the Topic
How much is participation worth in the scorecard
6%
Who is my favourite artist from Calgary?
Tate "Mommy" McRae
When does Isolation begin?
Isolation formally begins for a case team when they complete check in and enter the Isolation area.
Can you shake hands with the judges?
Yes
What is the scoring split for Challenge?
60% - Challenge Ranking
35% - Challenge based scorecard by volunteers
5% - Challenge Fellowship by other teams
What is the name of the Executive and Managing Director for this years team?
Brittney Walchuck & Sabrina Singh
When was the University of Calgary Established?
1966
What are all the items permitted into Iso/Delib with you?
1 financial or standard calculator per Competitors (must have a reset button)
Maximum of 3 financial or standard calculators per academic team
Medication (prescription, Tylenol/Advil, cough drops, etc.)
Lip balm
Menstrual products
Facial tissue
Clear water bottles
Required health-related items (e.g., Asthma inhalers)
Personal ID
Debit/credit card
Basic, non-digital (i.e., analog) watches
When can you talk to your teammates after resolution ends and before presentation begins?
Don't you dare talk to your teammates during this time
What are the debate speaking roles?
Prime Minister (First Speaker, Side Government)
Leader of the Opposition
Second Government Member
Second Opposition Member
Third Government Member
Third Opposition Member
What two rivers meet at Calgary?
Bow River and Elbow River
When was the only time that Calgary Flames won the Stanley Cup?
1989