Transport Canada Approves AVSS SnowDart System for Avalanche Mitigation

In a groundbreaking advancement for mountain safety, Transport Canada has granted a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) to AVSS, allowing the Canadian technology firm to deploy its SnowDart system for avalanche control across the country. This approval marks a pivotal moment in the modernization of avalanche mitigation, introducing drone-based solutions to an industry long reliant …
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Mustang Powder Sold to Aspen-based Heli

After more than two decades of delivering some of the best powder skiing in the world, Mustang Powder Cat Skiing is proud to announce a new chapter. Mustang Powder is now owned by Heli—an Aspen-based digital platform specializing in booking adventure travel—marking a significant shift in the landscape of backcountry skiing. “Heli shares our passion …
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RED Mountain Names New President, Reaffirms Commitment to Independent Spirit

RED Mountain Resort, long celebrated as one of North America’s last fiercely independent ski resorts, has announced a major leadership transition that underscores its commitment to authenticity, community, and the preservation of its mountain culture. After more than two decades of visionary leadership, Howard Katkov will step down as CEO of RED Mountain, a role …
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Wildfire Fallout Felt as Marmot Basin Sees Drop in Visits

Last summer’s wildfire in Jasper National Park left scars beyond the forest line—this winter, Marmot Basin reported a 30% decline in skier visits, reflecting the broad and lingering impacts of climate-driven wildfire on mountain tourism in Canada. The fire, which tore through sections of the park in July 2023, forced dozens of hotel rooms offline …
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Marko Shapiro: Capturing the Soul of Verbier Since 1970

Since his arrival in Switzerland from Canada in 1970, Marko Shapiro has been continuously translating the essence of Verbier into timeless photographic art. Widely celebrated as the “Godfather of Freeski Photography,” Marko’s lens captured a vibrant local scene that thrived on freedom, creativity, and the unbridled joy of winter sports. Much of this unique alpine …
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Lake Louise Releases Update on Richardson’s Ridge Expansion

Lake Louise Ski Resort has released its first construction update on the highly anticipated Richardson’s Ridge expansion, scheduled to open for the 2025–26 winter season. The new 200-acre addition will sit adjacent to the resort’s legendary Back Bowls and directly across from the Paradise Chair, delivering a fresh mix of easy, intermediate, and advanced terrain …
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End of an Era? Blackcomb Helicopters Faces Uncertain Future

Blackcomb Helicopters, a cornerstone of British Columbia’s aviation and mountain service industry since 1989, appears to be facing turbulent skies. What began as a modest, Whistler-based operation built on technical flying—forest firefighting, construction support, and search and rescue—has evolved into one of Western Canada’s most recognized helicopter companies. But a recent wave of layoffs, asset …
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POW Canada’s Townhall Tour: Protecting Our Outdoor Future

POW Canada's Townhall Tour recognizes that from deep winters to long summer days, outdoor recreation drives the heartbeat of our mountain communities.
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