Gregory Chan of Manitoba has reached the highest level of officiating as an umpire as recognized by the ITTF. The road to qualify as a BLUE BADGE  umpire is very stressful and takes a long time to achieve.   A candidate must attend an Advanced Umpire Seminar, pass an Advanced Rules Exam, receive 4 “meets expectations” from at least three different evaluators and finally pass the English interview.  After becoming an International umpire a few years ago, Gregory embarked on a pathway over a three year period that resulted with him joining the ranks of other outstanding umpires in the World.  Canada is privileged to have 6 ctive Blue Badge Umpires.  They include:  Greg Dzioba (MB), Darek Mikita (MB), Tony Shaw (BC), Norman Tang (ON), Denis Vigeant (QC) and now Gregory Chan.