The Powder Canada contributor, ski instructor and unapologetic ski bum followed winter through the American West to Fernie—and continued dreaming of skiing’s future at Zincton. Thomas “Keith” Liggett, a lifelong skier, instructor, mountain writer and familiar voice in Canadian ski culture, died peacefully in Fernie on July 19, 2026. He was 77. Powder Canada knew …
Read more Keith Liggett: A Life Spent Chasing Snow
NOAA is forecasting a very strong El Niño for winter 2026–27, raising the big question for skiers and riders across Western Canada: where will the powder fall? The latest NOAA Climate Prediction Center update confirms that El Niño conditions are now present and are expected to strengthen into the Northern Hemisphere winter. NOAA gives the …
Read more NOAA Forecasts Very Strong El Niño: Where Will the Powder Fall This Winter?
Signs point to powder this winter as the Pacific cools and long-range forecasts hint that La Niña is gearing up to make a comeback — a pattern that could spell deep snow and cold temps across Western Canada’s mountains. According to the latest NOAA and Environment Canada outlooks, the Pacific Ocean is trending back toward …
Read more Signs Point to Powder: La Niña Could Fire Up Western Canada
Winter isn’t over yet as deep snow and heightened avalanche danger returned to Western Canada's mountains.
Read more Deep Snow Returned, Avalanche Conditions Shift
As the Christmas holidays approach, it’s no surprise that the mountains are blanketed with great snow—perfect for chasing powder and curing your FOMO
Read more Finding Christmas Pow: A Holiday Season Full of Snow
Coast Range Heli-Skiing is set to redefine the heli-skiing experience in Whistler, British Columbia, with its relaunch on January 11, 2025. This locally owned and operated company offers bespoke adventures across Whistler’s breathtaking backcountry, featuring longer days, endless runs, and exclusive terrain tailored to each guest’s preferences. The new Whistler Heli-Skiing Package enhances the traditional …
Read more Coast Range Heli-Skiing Returns to Whistler
After a recent storm dropped nearly 80 cm of snow in the Alpine, Whistler Blackcomb is buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming season. Snowfall this early signals a promising start to the season, and conditions are aligning perfectly for a key new addition: the upgraded Jersey Cream Express lift, now moving from a 4-pack to …
Read more 80 cm’s at Whistler Blackcomb
The mountains are calling, and soon, powder will be filling our dreams as the lifts start spinning across Alberta and British Columbia! With winter settling in, skiers and snowboarders alike are counting down the days until those first chairlifts roll up the slopes. Here’s a rundown of opening dates across the Rockies and beyond, listed …
Read more Resort Powder Days Are Almost Here!
La Niña is returning for the coming Winter much to the delight of powder skiers and boarders!
Read more La Niña is Returning
The British Columbia mountains are currently experiencing a winter wonderland like no other as a massive storm cycle sweeps across the region
Read more Massive Storm Cycle Blankets BC with Powder
The future is unknown for the people who have built their lives around a cold-weather obsession.
Read more Powder Days – Ski Bums, Ski Towns and the Future of Chasing Snow
To stay independent and uncrowded, we needed to change, and we didn’t want to join the successful but crowded multi-resort pass model or sell to a conglomerate.
Read more Powder Mountain to Offer Private Skiing
