The ski industry in western Canada is defined by several key metrics that are derived from multiple important reports:   CWSAA Ski Area Financial Analysis, and the Value of Ski Areas in Western Canada Economic Impact Report provide key economic statistics.  The...

On Wednesday April 27, 2022, eight individuals were recognized for their contributions to the ski industry during the 2022 CWSAA Spring Meeting in Lake Louise. Congratulations to the 2022 recipients of the CWSAA Awards. Lawrence Blouin   2022 Jimmie Spencer Lifetime Achievement Award Lawrence...

On May 19th 2020, Nitehawk Year-Round Adventure Park, located in the Wapiti River Valley South of Grande Prairie, suffered a catastrophic natural disaster.  A large landslide significantly affected their chairlift, leaving it inoperable, as well as some of their...

Jon Burgman has been with Pass Powderkeg (Crowsnest Pass, Alberta) for more than 15 years.  Today he is the Mountain Operations Supervisor, but over his tenure he has held roles in almost every department.  Therefore Jon is known for his...