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.

Another weekend of mountain openings

It's another fantastic weekend for slope fans as Marmot Basin opened today and tomorrow, we can say...

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Winter is here: Opening day in Alberta

It’s official! Winter is here and ski season has started in Western Canada and everyone is smiling...

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Eddie the Eagle lands in Calgary to show his support for the Calgary 2026 bid

When Eddie the Eagle (Michael Edwards) finished last in both his ski jumping events in the 1988...

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Wake Up Calgary! Rise to the #Calgary2026 Occasion

You know this topic is trending around the world eh? The world is watching, so why don’t we harness...

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Take advantage of children's discount ski programs and save

Ever since that little bundle of joy came into your life, you’ve been dreaming of the day you can...

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Skiing

Move to the Mountain

Does the latest round of snow fall have you fired up? Last week’s legendary snow falls across the...

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Sensible ski boot shopping: It's all about comfort, fit and warmth

This year, my pre-spring break shopping did not include buying a new bikini for a beach holiday, but...

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Why the topic of 2026 is important for every Calgarian

A generation after the 1988 Olympics transformed Calgary, its citizens are debating whether to bid...

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Calgary’s 2026 Games don’t have to break the bank

A generation after the 1988 Olympics transformed Calgary, its citizens are debating whether to bid...

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Calgary and the 2026 Winter Olympic Games – Yes?

The 1988 Olympic Winter Games in Calgary created a legacy that would span decades and shape the...

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Whistler Blackcomb snowboarder view Black Tusk

Top picks for summer skiing on the west coast

Arg! It’s mid-June! Will this summer ever end?

Maybe I want to be like Brian Wilson of the Beach...

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Jets keep the WIN in Winnipeg!

What’s flying faster than the Winnipeg Jets? Jet’s-themed merchandise off the shelves of every shelf...

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GAME ON! Winter isn’t over until the Jets bring home the cup!

Going into game seven is nerve-wracking. There is soooo much on the line. Arenas, bars, basements...

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Whistler powder day

Can it get any better? Hell yeah! Its time for spring skiing!

Ya gotta totally love this time of year. More daylight, extended hours for the lifts and its warmer...

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Last days of the season celebrated with style

It’s so hard to talk about the closing dates of the mountain resorts when the snow keeps falling...

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