CANADIAN PHYSIQUE ALLIANCE SEPTEMBER || ISSUE 38 | Page 2

SEPTEMBER 2018 PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Dear Members: The natural movement is alive and well, and this was certainly proven on August 4th at the Natural Canadian Pro Qualifier held in Toronto.  With over 500 entries from across Canada, this was the largest natural competition in the history of our sport, a testament to the continued growth of the natural movement and the confidence our members have in the credibility of the CPA banned substance testing program in accordance with World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) guidelines.  Every overall winner was tested and IFBB Pro cards will be awarded after the test results come back from the lab. Many are asking: “Where do these new Pros go from here?  Obviously competing in the IFBB Pro League is another arena, where testing is likely not going to happen, so why compete if you’re true to the natural movement?”  Belonging to the IFBB Pro League exclusive membership club is quite an accomplishment and is respected around the world.  Many athletes are proud to add this to their resume especially those making a career in the fitness industry as trainers, ambassadors, gym owners, supplement company representatives, etc.…