Stories

Take a minute to scroll through our stories researched by some of Canada's top writers, bloggers and influencers. They have experienced every B.C. and Alberta mountain resort to bring you the latest information on your favourite snow destinations. They explore the runs, glades, and backcountry - and they dig deep to bring you the details about other activities to help you have the best day or ski vacation in B.C. and Alberta.

Powder Skiing

Full of character and good times

FERNIE, BC — Back in the early years of the last century, Fernie was nearly levelled twice by two...

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Fernie, a community that draws you in

FERNIE, BC — The town of Fernie was established for its coal mines but when the town saw a downturn...

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Big glades and stellar ridges at Fernie

FERNIE, BC — It’s the only way to stay on top of it – you’ve got to be on a pair of skis or a...

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Peace Country's 'Joie de Vivre'

PEACE RIVER, AB — My last Alberta road trip started off as it usually does. My boyfriend and I have...

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RED Mountain Resort ski patrol hut Ryan Flett photo

RED Mountain skiing history is Western Canada gold

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Rossland, British Columbia, home to RED Mountain Resort, is a town that is stoked in ski history. It...

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The perfect place to slumber

RED MOUNTAIN, BC — After all the adventures you’ll find in Rossland, British Columbia, and on the...

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A good pint is a great ending

Whether you’ve spent the day skiing, snowboarding, snow shoeing or dogsledding, at the end of the...

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Turning some U.K. visitors into mushers

When you walk up the line, you are greeted with a symphony of sounds: howls, whines, and barking.

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A big village with endless options

BIG WHITE, BC — Big White’s appeal is in its charm – a well designed mountain that has a tonne of...

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Big White is a boarder's delight

BIG WHITE, BC — Minimal traverses and big, big snows make Big White the perfect destination for...

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Walking through Mother Nature's ice garden

In addition to Marmot Basin Ski Resort, Jasper National Park offers up some stellar winter...

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A warm welcome awaits in the Town of Jasper

Located approx. 350 kilometres west of Edmonton, Alberta, in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, you...

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The secret of Marmot lies in its ridges

Doc Pow gives some insight into how to find the most stellar views from Marmot's ridgelines.

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It's all about horsepower at Big White

BIG WHITE, BC — Resorts today are so much more than just downhill ski and snowboard runs and Big...

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Panorama's perfect snow day

PANORAMA, BC — All I could hear was the sound of boots stomping down the hallway – and plenty of...

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