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The Return of the Toronto Ski and Snowboard Show
The Toronto Ski and Snowboard Show’s first event post-pandemic is under our belts and exceeded expectations! The show boasted familiar features that people have come to love, like Canada’s Largest Ski & Board
Canadian Ski Council Appoints New President and CEO
The Canadian Ski Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Pinchbeck to the position of President and CEO. Paul comes with a wealth of experience within the industry, having spent the last fourteen years at Blue Mountain Resorts LP where Paul was instrumental in developing Blue Mountain into a leader as a four season resort.
Gear That’s Good
From sassy boots, to Snojo backpacks, foolproof GoPros, and ski jackets that crush the competition, this season’s line-up of ski and ride gear will you have looking, feeling, and skiing good.
Trees Are For Glades At Resorts Of The Canadian Rockies
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR), Canada’s largest private ski resort operator, has committed to doing more to lessen their environmental footprint.
Toronto Snow Show Top 5: Interactive
In addition to new gear, the latest equipment and representation from over 90 resorts, there is no shortage of things to do at the 2015 Toronto Snow Show. Here is the list of the top five interactive must do’s and see at The International Center October 15-18.
Toronto Snow Show Top 5: Destinations
With over 60 destinations showing off everything they have to offer at the Toronto Snow Show at The International Centre October 15-18th, we’ve broken it down into five manageable regional bites to give you a taste of what you’ll find. Of course to get the true flavour, you’ll need to come check it out for yourself. For more information go to www.torontosnowshow.com.
Expanded Terrain And More Winter Activities On Deck For Silver Star
Visitors to Silver Star during the 2015-16 winter season will enjoy over 100 acres of additional skiable terrain, a new race centre, and expanded winter sports options.
What To Do On Top Of Whistler This Summer
Summer is in the air and Whistler Blackcomb is turning up the heat with an exciting list of updates and additions to its summer program. The new cabins on the Whistler Village Gondola will continue spinning straight out of winter operations into their first summer, carrying guests into the alpine all summer long.
Quebec Trio Learn the Value of a Supportive Rivalry
It has been said that in the sports arena, nobody can be friends. Survival of the fittest. Might makes right. Kill or be killed. Anything goes. In the case of the Dufour-Lapointe sisters, a Montreal trio on the Canadian moguls team, the art of balancing competition, sisterhood and support was a skill learned.
Art In Unexpected Places
My story begins when I was at a ski trade show and had two hours between meetings. Having scoped out a decent little hall with long tables, chairs, and a strong WiFi signal, I sat down to peck away at my computer and get some work done.
How To Ski Race in Europe
Skiing in my first European race was a weird but fun experience. I didn’t know what to expect, really. I always thought the Europeans were ten times better than us Canadians. But really, if we lay down a solid run, we were right up there with the best of them. I've watched videos of previous Topolino events that showed future World cup ski racers that I really admire now. Kind of crazy to think that I could be where they are some time in the near future. People like Henrik Kristoffersen, Tina Maze and Lindsey Vonn.