Ski Canada Staff

Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you’re craving Frankie Goes To Hollywood before or after the Super Bowl—and who doesn’t?—head to Aspen, Colorado in February. Greg Stump’s highly soundtracked ‘80s and ‘90s ski films are…

Reading Time: 2 minutesA quick trip through this week’s news from around the ski world.

Reading Time: 2 minutesYour weekly look at the latest news around the ski scene.

Reading Time: 4 minutesNow that the turkey coma from Christmas has lifted, we’re back at tracking world ski news.

Reading Time: 3 minutesWelcome winter! And with it comes news of a sleeping giant going semi-private while Quebec resorts carry speed into a new season. Over in B.C., Red Mountain’s Kirkup cat slinks back into service and Sun Peaks lets you go multi-sport for a uni-price. Flying above it all, a B.C. heli-op goes carbon neutral. How? Read on.

Reading Time: 3 minutesAs we slide toward the holiday season we’ll keep things airy this week, focussing on light ski news and loads of nonsense, including a ski nude fest, a ski-thru McDonald’s and a new haute-fashion ski game by Balenciaga.

Reading Time: 2 minutesVail Resorts acquires Switzerland’s Crans-Montana, promising epic skiing. Mountain Collective and Ikon passes close soon. Quebec Ski Resorts Association’s My First Time packages. Garibaldi project stalls. Tremblant hosts World Cup and charity event.

Reading Time: 4 minutesWHO’S OPEN, WHO’S NOT? Greetings from central base of Canadian ski country, where various regions are experiencing all sorts of different snow conditions and stages of opening.  While Whistler and […]

Reading Time: 2 minutesTHIS WEEK IN SKIING: Tremblant’s introduces new RFID terminals for smoother lift access, while Whistler-Blackcomb sees Belinda Trembath as its new COO, reflecting a positive trend of women in top ski resort positions. Ski pass deadlines approach. Mont Sutton doubling snowmaking capacity. British Columbia faces a slow start due to a dry November, but historical data suggests potential for a significant snowfall. Meanwhile, the Alps are off to a spectacular start, with resorts in France, Austria, and Switzerland opening ahead of schedule.

Reading Time: 2 minutesWith the allure of untouched powder and the serenity of pristine wilderness, backcountry skiing has become a magnet for adventure seekers.

Reading Time: 2 minutesPhoto: Paul Zizka Raise the curtain The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival ushers in the beginning of winter in Western Canada. In-person shows will screen until November 19th but online […]

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Reading Time: 5 minutesHow to tell your partner you’re going skiing (again) Every so often, couples have to engage in what my lawyer friend (let’s call him John, since that’s his name) labels “difficult […]

Reading Time: 2 minutesAvailable now: Ski Canada’s 2024 Buyer’s Guide! Dive into gear innovations, trends, and 23 Go-Anywhere Skis reviewed – your ultimate ski season prep starts here! Available in print & digital […]

Reading Time: 4 minutesDominique Daher – FWT18 – Kicking Horse Get ready for big air, mind blowing tricks and spectacular runs. The 16th edition of the Freeride World Tour (FWT) hits B.C.’s Kicking […]

Reading Time: 2 minutesIn ski towns packed with impressive restos it’s hard work to stand out. Whistler, Banff, and especially Zermatt turned out some zingers in time for Winter 2023, including the new […]

Reading Time: 4 minutesA ski trip to Québec is more than just great snow. So much more!  Nobody in North America knows how to après-ski better than the Québecois. From relaxing spas to […]

Reading Time: 4 minutesHeading to the U.S. or Europe? The quickest and cheapest Rapid Antigen COVID test we could find comes in Proof of Entry’s DIY kit for $25. Test results are verified […]

Reading Time: 2 minutesThis is my personal accolade to the late Don Bilodeau (1950-2013). He was my skiing coach. His instruction was delivered in a way I’m sure is unique to me. I […]

Reading Time: < 1 minute24-hour team relay challenge for charity (skiers and snowboarders welcome) 2020 EVENT VIDEO

Reading Time: 4 minutesPro ski photographer TOM WEAGER has the skinny on drones. The art of visually capturing the best of our sport has a long and entertaining history. When personal-use drones and […]

Reading Time: 5 minutesGoat power! With a 70:30 mohair-nylon ratio, Chamonix-based Black Crows promises its all-new, 100 per cent waterproof Pilus skins ($269) to be “the ideal partner for gliding serenely toward happiness.” […]

Reading Time: 2 minutesby Don Weixl Jean Chrétien’s visit in 1995 had about 20 people skiing with him. I was asked to join the group for photos at the Putnam Creek area of […]

Reading Time: 3 minutesGet fit for ski season with the Apple Fitness+ program. Okay, I’m game. Ted Ligety and Apple have convinced me to shape up before ski season. Or at least stand […]