Each year, CWSAA and its members compile performance data that shapes the narrative of Western Canada’s ski industry.  Primary metrics include skier visits, tax contribution, direct and indirect employment and economic impact, and export revenue that measures incremental spending...

Each year during the CWSAA conference, a highlight is the presentation of the CWSAA Awards.  On April 26, 2023 at the Whistler Conference Centre, eight individuals were recognized for their achievements and contributions to the ski industry in Western...

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...