Australian Snowboarder Dies in Japan Ski Lift Accident
A tragic incident at a Japanese ski resort has claimed the life of an Australian snowboarder who became caught on a ski lift. The accident highlights winter sports safety concerns.
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Ontario Ski Resorts Enjoying Best Season in Years
Ontario ski resorts are experiencing one of their best seasons in recent memory, with abundant natural snowfall and ideal conditions drawing crowds to slopes across the province.
Arendz, Wilkie Lead Canada's Para Nordic Team to Paralympics
Canada's Para nordic ski team, featuring stars like Calgary's Mark Arendz and Natalie Wilkie, is poised for success at the 2026 Paralympic Games, building on recent world championship performances.
Canada's 2026 Paralympic Para Nordic Team Announced
Canada has selected 15 Para Nordic skiers, including guides, for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, with veteran Mark Arendz leading the squad to his fifth Games.
Vonn Injures Knee in Crash, Olympic Hopes Uncertain
American skiing legend Lindsey Vonn crashes in World Cup downhill, injuring left knee just one week before Milan Cortina Olympics, casting doubt on her participation.
Mount Norquay Celebrates 100 Years in 2025/26 Ski Season
Mount Norquay in Banff National Park celebrates its centennial anniversary during the 2025/26 ski season, reflecting on a century of alpine history and community impact.
Lindsey Vonn Airlifted After Crash Before Olympics
American ski legend Lindsey Vonn was airlifted from the course after a serious crash during a World Cup downhill event in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, just weeks before the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
Lindsey Vonn Crashes in Final Pre-Olympic Race, Injured
U.S. skiing legend Lindsey Vonn crashed during her final World Cup downhill race before the Winter Olympics, sustaining a knee injury that casts doubt on her Olympic participation.
Grenier Embraces Olympic Expectations for Milan-Cortina 2026
Canadian alpine skier Valerie Grenier is confidently preparing for the 2026 Winter Olympics, building on her recent World Cup podium success and embracing the heightened expectations.
Vonn Injured in Crash, Olympic Downhill in Doubt
Lindsey Vonn crashed in her final World Cup downhill before the Milan Cortina Olympics, injuring her left knee and forcing race cancellation after multiple crashes.
Ski for Light Canada Event in Kananaskis Promotes Inclusion
Over 80 blind and visually impaired athletes from Canada and abroad gather in Kananaskis Country for a cross-country skiing event focused on accessibility, community, and inclusion.
Ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding Pleads Not Guilty to U.S. Drug Charges
Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, 44, has entered a not guilty plea in a U.S. court. He faces serious allegations of leading a drug trafficking network and ordering a witness's killing.
Ex-Olympic Snowboarder Ryan Wedding in U.S. Court on Drug Charges
Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, 44, appears in U.S. federal court accused of leading a drug trafficking network and ordering a witness killing.
Calgary's Abigail Strate Wins Back-to-Back World Cup Silver Medals
Calgary ski jumper Abigail Strate secures consecutive World Cup silver medals in Japan, marking a career milestone as she prepares for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.
Calgary's Strate Wins Second Ski Jumping World Cup Medal
Calgary ski jumper Abigail Strate secures her second World Cup medal in Sapporo, Japan, boosting momentum for Canada ahead of the upcoming Winter Olympics.
Skijoring: Banff's Forgotten Sport Pushed Town to Limit
The obscure historical sport of skijoring, involving horses pulling skiers, once tested the infrastructure and spirit of Banff during its early 20th-century winter carnivals.
First Canadian Woman to Coach Olympic Halfpipe Snowboarding
Karine Dazé will become the first Canadian woman to coach halfpipe snowboarding at the Olympic level when she heads to the 2026 Milano-Cortina Games with Brazilian athlete Augustinho Teixeira.
Rebagliati on Wedding's Fall from Grace
Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ross Rebagliati reflects on Ryan Wedding's descent into crime, citing funding issues and lack of sponsorships as potential factors.
Ex-Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding Arrested as FBI Fugitive
Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder turned alleged drug kingpin, has been taken into custody by U.S. authorities on serious charges.
Lindsey Vonn's Single Olympic Comeback at 41
Skiing legend Lindsey Vonn discusses her remarkable return to the Olympics at age 41, her first Games while single, and her journey from knee replacement to podium finishes.
Alberta Child-Tracking Device Effective at Ski Areas
An Alberta-developed radio-based GPS system called skiKrumb is being successfully deployed at mountain ski resorts like Jasper's Marmot Basin to enhance child safety on the slopes.
Maïa Schwinghammer Makes Canada's Olympic Freestyle Ski Team
Freestyle skier Maïa Schwinghammer from Regina-Saskatoon has been selected for Canada's Olympic team and will make her debut next month, following her World Cup victory in moguls last year.
Abigail Strate Wins World Cup Ski Jumping Bronze
Canadian ski jumper Abigail Strate captures a bronze medal at a World Cup event, showcasing her talent on the international stage in a thrilling competition.
Ski Resort Closure in Charlevoix Due to Labour Dispute
The Charlevoix region of Quebec faces economic uncertainty as a labour dispute has led to the sudden closure of the Le Massif de Charlevoix ski resort, impacting local tourism and businesses.
Banff Skijoring Event Overwhelms Town, Forces Turnaways
A weekend skijoring event in Banff drew thousands, exceeding capacity and forcing Parks Canada to turn away vehicles. Mayor vows review to prevent future disruptions.
Skier Survives Size 2 Avalanche Near Lake Louise
A skier triggered a potentially deadly size 2 avalanche in the backcountry near Lake Louise but escaped with no injuries, according to Parks Canada Mountain Safety.
Skier Survives Avalanche Near Lake Louise
A skier emerged relatively unscathed from a size 2 avalanche near Lake Louise, highlighting backcountry risks and safety awareness in Canadian mountain regions.
New Lift Bridges Gap at Chicopee Ski Resort
Chicopee Ski Hill in Kitchener introduces a new surface lift and intermediate run for the 2026 season, designed to help skiers progress from beginner to expert slopes.
Poley Mountain keeps ski slopes open in unpredictable weather
Despite a challenging winter, Poley Mountain in New Brunswick is committed to making skiing happen. Discover how they battle the elements to keep the slopes open.
5 Skiers Killed in Austrian Avalanches
Tragedy strikes in Austria as two separate avalanches claim the lives of five skiers. Details on the rescue efforts and heightened alpine safety concerns.
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