Vote for the World’s Best Heli-Ski Operator 2025

The World Ski Awards 2025 are open for voting, and one of the most anticipated categories is World’s Best Heli-Ski Operator. This award recognizes the operators who not only deliver unforgettable powder skiing but also set the global standard for environmental sustainability.

Canadian heli-skiing is legendary, and Canadian operators are once again at the forefront of this year’s awards. Past winners Bella Coola Heli Sports and Northern Escape Heli-Skiing have both earned multiple World Ski Awards, thanks to their innovative approaches to sustainability, community, and guest experience.

Bella Coola Heli Sports
• 100% Carbon Neutral: Offsets all helicopter and lodge emissions.
• Sustainable Tourism Certified: One of the first heli-ski companies to achieve eco-certification in Canada.
• Local & Responsible: Focuses on locally sourced food, small-group heli-skiing, and minimizing environmental footprint.
• Wildlife & Habitat Protection: Works closely with local conservation groups to ensure heli operations respect sensitive wilderness.

Northern Escape Heli-Skiing
• Carbon Neutral Operations: All heli-skiing emissions are offset through verified carbon credits.
• Snowcat Backup Program: Reduces unnecessary flying and fuel use while ensuring guests ski every day—even in storm conditions.
• Efficient Fleet Management: Invests in modern, fuel-efficient helicopters to reduce impact.
• Wilderness Stewardship: Partners with local organizations on wildlife monitoring and responsible land use.

Other Canadian nominees—including Last Frontier Heli-Skiing and Selkirk Tangiers Heli-Skiing are also pushing boundaries with sustainability initiatives, showing that world-class adventure can align with environmental responsibility.

Heli-skiing has always represented the pinnacle of freeride adventure, but the future of the sport depends on finding balance with nature. By voting for operators who take sustainability seriously, skiers and snowboarders help ensure heli-skiing continues to thrive responsibly for generations to come.

Support Canadian heli-skiing leadership—vote today for the World’s Best Heli-Ski Operator 2025! Visit the official page to vote for World’s Best Heli-Ski Operator 2025