Whether you’re new to the Canadian Rockies, or a seasoned winter sport veteran, the Lake Louise Winterstart World Cup is a great way to kick off the ski season.  The World Cup—an official FIS (International Ski Federation) event—takes place annually at Lake Louise Resort and attracts the fastest ... read more

Flying down the mountain, plunging through fresh powder and weaving around sky-scraping trees, I think, “Wow, Alberta has the best skiing and snowboarding in the world!” At least, I would think that if I wasn’t white-knuckling it all the way down the mountain, praying that I make it to the ... read more

Time to visit your local ski shop and get your planks waxed! Early snowfall this year means that both Nakiska and Mount Norquay are ready to get  lifts running, setting the stage for what’s sure to be a powdery year for skiing in Alberta! Fun fact: This is Mount Norquay’s earliest opening ... read more

As you cut from the tree line and kick a plume of champagne powder into the air, you wonder, which of the six major ski resorts in Alberta will you explore tomorrow? Alberta’s top ski resorts traditionally open in November for one of the longest ski seasons in North America. Thrilling new challenges, ... read more