Category: Destinations

Canadian Athletes Shine at Freeride World Tour Finale in Verbier

The 2025 Freeride World Tour (FWT) came to a dramatic close at the iconic Yeti Xtreme Verbier, and Canadian athletes were at the heart of the action—claiming titles, medals, and milestones on the storied face of the Bec des Rosses. Wei Tien Ho Claims Gold in Verbier Debut In a stunning FWT debut season, Wei …
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Big White Ski Patrol Urges Skiers to Stay In Bounds

A dramatic overnight rescue at Big White Ski Resort has reignited warnings from ski patrol about the dangers of venturing beyond resort boundaries. The incident, which concluded at 4:35 AM, saw rescue teams working tirelessly through the night to locate and assist two hypothermic skiers who had entered closed terrain. Central Okanagan Search and Rescue …
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Christina Lustenberger is the First to Ski Mount Robson’s South Face

After a decade of envisioning the impossible, Christina “Lusti” Lustenberger has cemented her place in ski mountaineering history, becoming the first person to ski the south face of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Alongside French alpinist Guillaume Pierrel, Lustenberger successfully completed the historic descent on February 16, 2025. For years, Lustenberger …
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Selkirk Snowcat Skiing Listed for Sale

Selkirk Snowcat Skiing, one of British Columbia’s most renowned cat skiing operations, is now available for purchase. Marketed as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” the sale presents a rare chance to own a piece of backcountry skiing history. A Legacy of Cat Skiing Excellence Founded in 1975 by skiing pioneer Allan Drury, Selkirk Snowcat Skiing has developed …
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Avalanche Risk Rising – Time to Step Back and Adapt Your Mindset

After weeks of stable conditions across much of western Canada, a significant shift in avalanche danger is underway. Avalanche Canada is warning backcountry users that new snowfall is accumulating over weak, persistent layers, creating dangerous and highly unpredictable conditions. With this sudden change, now is the time to adjust your approach and step back from …
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