Stories

Love to ski in BC or Alberta? Gear up for your next epic winter adventure! Our stories, researched by some of Canada's top writers, bloggers, and influencers, take you straight to the heart of skiing in Alberta and BC.

They've carved turns, shredded slopes and ventured into backcountry powder to uncover the best ski and snowboard experiences in Alberta and British Columbia. From the perfect ski trip itinerary to winter activities beyond the hill to après-ski gems, we dig deep to give you everything you need for the ultimate ski vacation in Western Canada.

Snowboarder at Powder King, BC

Four big BC ski resorts open this weekend, kicking off 2024-25 BC ski season

Skiers and snowboarders can head to Big White, Powder King, Sun Peaks and Whistler this weekend for...

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These Big White ambassadors will help you score the best of the mountain

OPENING Nov 22, 2024 — first ski resort in Canada to open on all-natural snow for 2024-25! Get...

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A group of skiers at the top of a run at Hudson Bay Mountain

HOW TO: ski north BC to tap northern snow, stoke and soul

What is it like to ski north BC? Short lift lines, lift passes under $100, homemade cinnamon buns...

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Forget about US election, opening days are here!

With cooler temps and snowmaking, Lake Louise will be the first ski resort in Canada to open for the...

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Opening Day: the ultimate ski season checklist

Gear up for an unforgettable 2024-25 ski season! Grab these tips and hacks from SnowSeekers for the...

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Snow forecast 2024-25: science, lore and tips for storm tracking

What to expect for snow for the 2024-25 ski season so you can score the best snow days in Alberta...

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Stoke level rising at 2024 Banff Mountain Festival

The Banff Mountain Festival's latest selection of ski and snowboard films has us champing at the...

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New snow hits Alberta, BC ski resorts as final countdown to season is on

Could we be skiing as soon as November 2? That's the plan, and with new snow in the mountains...

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Atmospheric river delivers snow to Alberta Rockies

With an atmospheric river sweeping down from the north, Alberta ski resorts got their first sizable...

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With new snow in mountains, is Western Canada less than 15 sleeps away from ski season?

In just 15 sleeps we could wake up to this. Looking for snow in the mountains? We're seeing it in...

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Snow ghosts, champagne on tap for Big White in 2024-25 snow forecast

Why is Big White snow so legendary? Find out, in this pre-season look at the Big White snow forecast...

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Holy cow, new snow in mountains and cattle on move in Western Canada

With new snow blanketing the peaks, Alberta and BC ski resorts are hustling to herd cattle and...

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Watch these 2024 ski movie trailers and get stoked for ski season

Watch ski movie trailers for the latest 2024 releases from TGR, Matchstick, Warren Miller and more...

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Powder King BC Marty Clemens

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Your 2-minute newsletter for stoke, fresh tracks and après hacks connecting thousands of skiers and...

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Kicking Horse

Western Canada Ski Resort Opening Dates 2024-25

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Ski and snowboard season 2024-25 is on! When will our favourite Alberta and BC ski resorts open for...

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