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.

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Rock your ski trip with #MoreCowbell playlist

Sure, you might have some sick moves, but what’s your ski season soundtrack? The SnowSeekers...

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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 for about $100 (or less), homemade...

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Finding the fountain of youth at Big White on opening day 2024

Learn the secret to feeling young at Big White, with SnowSeekers' Madeline Williams who caught Big...

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Marmot Basin's biggest opening day ever? Winter brings hope to Jasper

A new Marmot Basin ski season brings hope and excitement to Jasper, as the town builds back from the...

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First chair to fresh tracks: SilverStar Mountain Resort opening weekend 2024

The line dropped at SilverStar Mountain Resort this past weekend and Doc Pow caught the action, from...

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Snowboarder at Powder King, BC

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

Skiers and snowboarders can head to Big White, Cypress Mountain, Powder King, SilverStar, Sun Peaks...

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Big White locals, pros share their resort faves

Get insights from these former Olympians and passionate locals to make the most of shredding Big...

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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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