Exceptional Snowfall and Extended Seasons
The 2024–2025 ski season witnessed substantial snowfall across Canada. Notably, Sunshine Village in Alberta extended its operations until May 19, 2025, offering one of the country's longest non-glacial ski seasons . Eastern regions, including Ontario and Quebec, experienced heavy snowstorms in February, significantly boosting ski hill attendance and revitalizing local tourism .
Resort Expansions and Infrastructure Upgrades
Canadian ski resorts are investing in infrastructure to enhance the skiing experience:
- Lake Louise Ski Resort: Initiated construction on a new 200-acre terrain expansion named Richardson’s Ridge, featuring a mix of easy, intermediate, and advanced trails. The opening date is yet to be announced
- Sun Peaks Resort: Launched the West Bowl Express, a new high-speed quad chairlift, expanding access to the West Bowl area for the 2024–25 season .
- National Lift Developments: For the 2025–2026 season, Canada plans to introduce 10 new ski lifts across provinces, including British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec, enhancing capacity and reducing wait times .
- Safety Concerns and Avalanche Awareness
The season also underscored the importance of safety in backcountry skiing:
Avalanche Incidents: March 2025 saw tragic avalanches in British Columbia, resulting in fatalities near Lake Louise and Kananaskis Country. These incidents occurred despite high danger ratings issued by Avalanche Canada, emphasizing the need for heightened caution .
International Events and Tourism Boost
Canada hosted the 2025 Invictus Games in Vancouver and Whistler, marking the first inclusion of winter adaptive sports such as alpine skiing and Nordic skiing. This event not only showcased Canada's winter sports facilities but also attracted international visitors, bolstering tourism
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