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.

Basking in Jasper's lunar luminescence

Taking in the magic and the mystery of the Rocky Mountains –illuminated by the shining orb of the...

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A local's low-down on Jasper's aprés ski culture

You’re legs are throbbing, your skin is chapped and you’ve got a wicked case of toque-hair. Isn’t...

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Louise continues as a world-class lady

When Charlie Locke, the owner of the famed Lake Louise Ski Area resort first took to its slopes back...

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The steeps and deeps

When it comes time to get out and shred some gnar, there are few other places like Lake Louise Ski...

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Lunch lines

After a full morning of sliding down long varied runs, the best way to stop for lunch is at the...

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All three beds were just right

LAKE LOUISE, AB — Lake Louise is a premier winter destination offering over 20 outdoor activities...

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A completely different mountain experience

Want to give the skis or board a break for a while, or maybe you don’t even ski or snowboard but you...

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Cahilty Lodge offers the best ski tips

SUN PEAKS, BC — Sun Peaks offers a wide range of accommodation options, including a few that offer...

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Sun Peaks: more than a family affair

From past visits to Sun Peaks, located just outside of Kamloops, British Columbia, I concluded it...

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A village of simplicity

SUN PEAKS, BC — Sun Peaks, located only 30 minutes outside of Kamloops, British Columbia, is a...

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Dining and party options endless

SILVER STAR, BC — It’s not your usual taxi you’d take to dinner; this one is solely unique to Silver...

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From Nordic to snowshoeing at Silver Star

SILVER STAR, BC — The architecture of this village will strike you as fun, lively and very welcoming...

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Riding the Outback at Mount Washington Resort

MOUNT WASHINGTON, BC — A dude walks up to a bar that houses a surf board overhead and orders up a...

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On the Island it's white and green

MOUNT WASHINGTON, BC — Vancouver Island is full of exceptional adventures that can keep anyone busy...

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Mount Washington's Nordic bliss

MOUNT WASHINGTON, BC — If you are looking for some Nordic action that will knock your boots off...

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