British Columbia

Winter in British Columbia is pure adventure—home to world-famous BC skiing destinations like Whistler Blackcomb, Big White, and SilverStar, as well as local-favourite spots like Powder King and Troll, where uncrowded slopes and deep powder awaits. But, show, don’t tell, right? 

Picture skiing the longest t-bar in North America at Murray Ridge. Shredding metre deep powder on a Powder King storm day. Gliding down the slopes with a view of the ocean from Mount Washington Ski Resort. Soaking in steamy Kootenay Hot Springs near SilverStar Ski Resort with snowflakes falling around you. Or gliding across the snowy trails on Big White’s all-time famous dog sled ride.

And it's not just skiing and snowboarding! British Columbia invites you to savour the winter season with activities that range from cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and fat biking to après-ski spots and outdoor festivals that light up the winter nights. 

Ready for BC ski and snowboard adventures?

Dive into our BC stories for the top spots, local secrets, and every thrilling way to ski in BC– showcasing the best of the province from the iconic to the unexpected.

Shames powder

Imagine using the beautiful wilds of northern British Columbia’'s winter as your laboratory. For a...

Backcountry skiing

Chances are you’ve seen the beer commercials in which contest winners are flown into a magical land...

Troll Resort

When I heard I was going to ski a mountain resort mysteriously named “‘Troll,” I knew this place was...

Big white village

I'd heard that Big White Ski Resort was known for having the "Best Snow in North America," well at...

mountain at Sun Peaks

My first visit to Sun Peaks, Canada's second largest ski area was one of the coolest experiences I...

Quesnel downtown

As we drove into the region of Quesnel I had no idea what to expect. It was my first time here, but...

Sun Peaks Resort

As Canada's 2nd Largest Ski Area, Sun Peaks Resort has loads to offer the winter visitor from the...

Big White climbing

"It's so soft", says a newly arrived Australian couple in unison as they touch snow for the first...

Skiing in Barkerville

Barkerville along British Columbia's Highway 26 is lined with gold, literally.

Smithers Horn

Here in Northern British Columbia there's a craft ski maker and one of the world’s top musicians who...

Wells folks

If you've ever been to an end-of-the-road town, you know they're always a bit different.

Top of run Powder King

When you walk through the day lodge at Powder King Mountain Resort, you'll find something that might...

Powder at Powder King

With a perfect position, The King reigns supreme when it comes to the POW. This is the story of why...

Skiing at Kicking Horse

I’ve become a skiing wimp in my middle-age. Black diamond runs that I would have once skied with...

The debate rages on in my head about whether it’s easier to schedule a family or friends winter ski...

Whistler

There are many great debates to have when in Whistler, such as where to party, which restaurant to...

REBECCA BOLLWITT

OSOYOOS, B.C. - Zipping around in a cart, looking at prime real estate lots for...

Powder King

You've got to totally love this time of year; more daylight, extended hours for the lifts and it's...