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.

You’re gonna heart Powder King Mountain Resort

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Being in the north takes a warm heart to journey you through to the other side of Powder King's...

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Hudson Bay Mountain ski pro serves up Smithers local tips

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SnowSeekers correspondent and ski pro Claire Challen makes her home base at Hudson Bay Mountain in...

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Snow Photo of the Week

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Hero moments, happy times and appie times, if it's in the snow we love to celebrate it. That's why...

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Get local trail tips for Swan Hills snowmobiling, Golden Triangle access

Local sledders Mel and Dale Tonsi, members of the Swan Hills Snow-Goers, show writer Timothy Fowler...

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Wells BC meadows Wells Winter Carnival

Wells BC is a Winter Wonders Factory

Think Willy Wonka’s Chocolate factory, substitute out the snow for chocolate and welcome to the next...

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Fox Creek AB Golden Triangle snowmobile Paul Lavoie SnowSeekers

Sled Fox Creek from town to trail on the Golden Triangle

When you sled in Fox Creek you almost never need to get off your ride, but with great views, food...

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Whitecourt AB snowmobiling Golden Triangle Paul Lavoie

Snowmobiling in Whitecourt connects generations in Golden Triangle experience

“I started sledding with a soother in my mouth,” said Jayce Turcotte. Both he and his brother Jaren...

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Find skiing soul at Troll Resort

Since the early days of mail delivery by sled dog, Troll Ski Resort has had a unique winter vibe...

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Five ways to score winter gold in Quesnel

Are you ready to find solid gold this winter? Welcome to Quesnel BC, a city that sits at the start...

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Fly to Smithers, land in Hudson Bay Mountain powder

“We showed up for the flight in our long johns, winter boots and jackets," Kerri Hunter recalls,...

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Best of ski season 2021-22 in photos, part 2

Part II of our annual winter countdown of the best ski moments in Western Canada as captured through...

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Best of ski season 2021-22 in photos

From the pandemic in 2020-21 to the resurgence of skiing and snowboarding in 2021-22, it's been a...

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Smithers Photographer Spirit North

Stoke change for good with gift of skiing or snowboarding

Olympian Beckie Scott gets great joy out of seeing a group of young people with rosy-cheeked smiles...

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Ski with Santa for festive cheer and deals across Western Canada

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Where to ski with Santa, score lift ticket deals for dressing up as him, and celebrate the holidays...

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Revelstoke Mountain Resort BC JJ Vinet skier

Get Revystoked with local Revelstoke pow tips

Locals who know the mountain can be your keys to uncovering some of the legendary terrain. In...

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