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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”6234″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Selkirk College is significant partner in Western Canada’s ski sector and is building many of the industry’s future leaders. Many exciting announcements were recently made at Selkirk.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Bob Bell returns to the industry and has been contracted to facilitate the redevelopment of the 151/152/153 Course development which is expected to roll out in the spring.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Martin Keyserlingk, has taken on the role at Selkirk College of Chair, Hospitality and Tourism, following Bob Falle’s retirement. Martin has been involved in snowcat and heliskiing operations, and will continue to guide and consult part-time. More about Martin.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]SROAM student scholarships were awarded recently. The recipients include the following:
October 11, 2018 Newsletter
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The CWSAA Fall Meetings have just wrapped up with strongly engaged delegates and speakers. All CWSAA members can access presentations from the meetings through the Member’s Only portal.
We’d like to recognize the tremendous dedication of many committee members, presenters and industry partners who are key to holding on these events. All of the presenters volunteered their expertise and time to share important information to event delegates.
A big thank you to our hosts at Canyon Resort, the Sun Peaks Grandand Sun Peaks Resort.
The event was sponsored by our insurance partners – JLT, Gougeonand Mountain Guard/HUB. CWSAA’s newest member, Driving Force, has come on board as our vehicle partner and event sponsor andWorkSafe BC provided generous sponsorship and tools for our industry.
CWSAA and various committees are now fully underway in developing the program for the 2019 Spring Conference. Trade Show registration is expected to begin late January and conference registration early February. Watch for more details over the next few months. In the meantime, hotel accommodations can now be booked at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler starting at $147 plus taxes and fees. Click HERE for more information.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]
Employee Safety Initiatives
[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1540400817589{border-bottom-width: 3px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;border-bottom-color: #73a0c1 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]go2HR has also prepared a great new training aid this year – Foundations of Workplace Safety. This course is an online certification designed specifically for new and young workers, helping your staff understand, prevent, and minimize injuries and risks in the workplace. Learn more at http://bit.ly/2MOK1Cd[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]CWSAA is working with WorkSafe BC and go2HR to reduce employee injuries and cost of claims in the ski industry. A series of projects are underway to update resources and provide more communication. As this project gets underway, a new central resource is available for all employee safety tools. https://www.go2hr.ca/health-safety/resources/ski-area-resourcesThe priorities for 2018/19 are resources for staff skiing and snowboarding related injuries. Anyone who wished to help contribute to these best practices resources should contact Cynthia at CWSAA. We are also collecting any policies, staff manuals and SOPs related to skiing and snowboarding guidelines for staff on-duty and breaks.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1540400842274{border-bottom-width: 3px !important;border-bottom-color: #73a0c1 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
BC Wildfire Mitigation
The Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) will be having its fifth intake for project proposals starting on October 1, 2018 and ending on November 30, 2018.
- Carbon Emissions Reduction – Fibre Utilization;
- Wildfire Risk Reduction and Other.
BC Resorts seeking more information should visit the FESBC website. FESBC continues to be the best vehicle through which resorts may apply for treatments. Last year, Baldy Mountain Resort was successful at receiving a grant which has allowed them to create a fuel break surrounding the resort.
A new program called the Community Resiliency Investment (CRI) program takes the place of the former Strategic Wildfire Prevention Initiative and has been created with a $50 million funding envelope. The program is intended to reduce the risk and impact of wildfire to communities in BC through FireSmart Community Funding and high value asset protection. Although resorts do not have the ability to apply directly through this program, we would advise you to reach out to your local government or your area’s indigenous governments to take advantage of this opportunity. The intake for this program starts December 7, 2018 and remains open for 90 days. Please visit the UBCM website for more information .[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1540400842274{border-bottom-width: 3px !important;border-bottom-color: #73a0c1 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
CWSAA Vehicle Partner
Many CWSAA members met our new friends from Driving Force Vehicle Rentals / Sales / Leasing at the ASM and BCY Fall meetings. The 29 Driving Force locations mirror the CWSAA footprint in Western Canada. Well known for its truck, passenger vehicle, and cargo van fleet, Driving Force was recommended to CWSAA by ski areas already working with the company. Thanks to Dan Clark and Taylor (right) for joining us at the ASM meeting. Special offers to CWSAA members will be coming in subsequent communication.
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NEW Grants & Sources of Funding Database
Last spring, the Small Areas Workshop at spring conference suggested an industry database of grants and funding sources. Thanks to the help of many members and BC Mountain Resorts Branch, ski areas may find this new resource on the CWSAA Member’s Only site.
The database is a live evolving document – your input to keep it current is important. To access, login to the CWSAA Member’s section and go to Links & Downloads, scroll down to Grants/Funding.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1540400842274{border-bottom-width: 3px !important;border-bottom-color: #73a0c1 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
Minimum wage
Several provinces have new minimum wages effective October 1.
- Alberta’s minimum wage rose $1.40 on October 1 to $15. Read More.
- Manitoba’s minimum wage increased to $11.35, up $0.25. Read More.
- Saskatchewan’s minimum wage increased to $11.06, up $0.10 Read More.
Membership Fees
Commencing in 2019, CWSAA membership invoices will be distributed on February 15 and due March 31 of each year.
The change in invoice timing, does not impact the amount or the membership cycle (it remains April 1 to March 31). The adjustment is to improve the alignment of invoicing, fiscal year, and conference activities. (Ski area dues continue to be based on prior year skier visits (ie 2019/20 dues will be based on 2017/18 visitation).
For more information on Membership dues, please visit our website. If you have any changes to your accounts payable contacts or questions or concerns about CWSAA invoicing, please contact the office at 778-484-5535.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1540400842274{border-bottom-width: 3px !important;border-bottom-color: #73a0c1 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
AEDARSA
Dean McKernon provided an update to ASM fall meeting delegates at Canyon ski area. Dean announced that the AEDARSA fee schedule will remain unchanged for this year. There will also be a second passenger ropeways training session in March 2019 at no cost to ski areas. The date is being confirmed and will be communicated shortly. The first event in March 2018 proved to be very popular. AEDARSA in partnership with Technical Safety BC, Selkirk College, and CWSAA is co-funding an update to the 151/152/153 lift courses. The will include an on-line module for such things as provincial codes, and more hands on equipment application in the courses at spring conference. The first drafts are to be piloted in spring 2019.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1540400842274{border-bottom-width: 3px !important;border-bottom-color: #73a0c1 !important;border-bottom-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
2026
To our friends in across Western Canada, you may be aware that Calgary will be holding a plebiscite vote this Nov 13th 2018. In this next step to an eventual fall 2019 IOC decision the city of Calgary is looking to receive support from its citizens. Many Calgarian’s have been working hard to inform people of the benefits of hosting these games. Calgary 2026 Bid Co is asking ski resorts in Alberta and BC that receive visitors form the city of Calgary to help spread some key messaging through their distribution channels, social networks and contacts. Thanks to Jim Barr for his efforts to rally support and develop communication tools.
If you have skier visits that originate from Calgary we are asking you to please consider sharing some of the prepared messaging that the 2026 Bid Co. has provided.
Calgary Bid Co Website
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Places & Faces
A Dram for Jimmie! The celebration of Jimmie Spencer will take place on March 15 at SilverStar. Please be sure to RSVP by Jan 15. All the details are HERE.
- CWSAA Scholarships: Zachariah Cosgrove, Bradley Morris, George Madeley and Jesse Vatne.
- The Fred Bosinger Sunshine Village Scholarship was awarded to Ryan Watters and Lotte Loveday.
Read More.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Big White has announced Michael Richards as the new Director of Mountain Sports. Michael comes from Ontario, and spent the last 27 years with Xerox, and has spent 10 seasons at the Whistler Mountain Ski School and many summers teaching in New Zealand.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Sun Peaks has made some appointments and promotions to their leadership team. Tim Foster has joined Sun Peaks Resort as the Director of Sports Programs and Activities. Ian Logan has been promoted to Director of Snow Sports Schools.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Phoenix Ski Area recently completed a splice of the TBar haul rope. A special thanks to all the volunteers from the area that come together to support these community ski areas.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Norm Crerar will be awarded the Meritorious Service Medal from Governor General Julie Payette, for his work behind the Okanagan Military Tattoo. Congratulations to Norm for the dedication he has brought on and off the snow. Read More. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Congratulations to Cole Fawcett for his recent promotion to Sales & Marketing Manager at Castle Mountain Resort.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
Upcoming Events
- Oct 10-12, 2018 – ASRA Fall Meeting, Ski Wentworth, NS
- Oct 28-29, 2018 – SSAOA, Springhill Winter Park MB
- March 15, 2019 – A “Dram” for Jimmie Spencer, SilverStar BC
- April 23-25, 2019 -PNSAA, Wenatchee Washington
- April 24-26, 2019 – CWSAA 2019 Spring Conference, Whistler BC
- April 29-May 2, 2019 – NSAA 2019 National Convention & Tradeshow, San Diego CA
- May 6-9, 2019 – RMLA, Grand Junction CO
- May 8-10, 2019 – InterAlpin, Innsbruck Austria
- May 21-23, 2019 – OSRA Spring Conference, Ontario
- April 28-30, 2020 – CWSAA Spring Conference, Whistler BC