We are deeply saddened to write about the passing of Wayne Flann, Whistler Avalanche Expert and long time Whistler Blackcomb employee. He was a prominent figure in avalanche safety in the Sea to Sky region and his efforts contributed significantly to keeping the public safe. He will be greatly missed, both in Whistler and the …
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In a world, where the snowboard corporatocracy cares more about the next Instagram swipe, TGR has teamed up with legendary snowboard film director, Mike Hatchett, and do the impossible. This film defies all odds – to bring together a crew of passionate riders for a full-length feature film – and celebrate what matters most: a …
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The Polar Moon Couloir is a 1,2-kilometre line couloir found at the remote Kangiqtualuk Agguqti on Baffin Island.
Read more Polar Moon Couloir featured in the Canadian Alpine Journal
It is no surprise that seven of the eight shortlisted finalists of heli-ski companies nominated for the World's Best Heli-Ski Operator are from Canada.
Read more World’s Best Heli-Ski Operator 2023 Up for Grabs
The story of man vs. mountain is one that has captured our imaginations for centuries. But what if MSP flipped the script? What if, instead of focusing on the human element, MSP took a closer look at the mountains themselves? That’s the premise of The Land of Giants, a new ski film that explores the …
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The La Niña that was present in Western Canada during the past three winters is over, say hello to El Niño. El Niño can have varying effects on powder skiing conditions in Western Canada, depending on the severity and characteristics of the El Niño event, as well as other regional climate influences. El Niño is …
Read more Say Hello to El Niño
@TisTheSkison had an epic trip to the Bill Putnam Hut at Fairy Meadows for a first descent and steep powder skiing. @TisTheSkison commented, “After Cam (one of the owners of Paradise Skis) won the ACC lottery, we rallied the troops for an epic adventure! This video showcases the lines that we skied and shows the …
Read more A First Descent & Steep Powder Skiing
A Victoria man, who goes by Mactac on social media channels and asked to remain anonymous, was out filming on May 2nd when the avalanche came down Mount Nahmint in the Alberni Valley.
Read more Mount Nahmint Avalanche captured by Drone
Leo Grillmair founded Canadian Mountain Holidays with his childhood friend Hans Gmoser.
Read more Heli-skiing Pioneer Leo Grillmair Passes
Parks Mountain Safety announced today that all Glacier National Park Winter Permit System areas will be CLOSED. Attention Glacier National Park backcountry users: All Winter Permit System areas will be CLOSED until further notice due to high avalanche danger and potential avalanche control work. The Rogers Pass Backcountry Access app will not be available due …
Read more Glacier National Park Winter Permit System areas CLOSED
This special warning is in effect immediately and will apply through the end of Monday, May 1.
Read more Special Public Avalanche Warning
We're starting a period of significant warming that is going to destabilize the snowpack. Expect elevated avalanche dangers as the temperatures rise.
Read more Avalanche Danger will increase with rising temperatures
