Arsonist Causes $30,000 Worth of Damage to Independent Canadian Ski Area

Sunridge Ski Area in Alberta, Canada was the victim of an arson attack over the weekend that caused $30,000 worth of damage.

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The fire completely destroyed the resort’s new outdoor deck. The deck was built to provide guests with a safe outdoor space to congregate during the covid pandemic.

The Strathcona County Fire Department has confirmed that the fire was arson. A man has been caught on CCTV running away from the area at the time.

Assistant general manager Randi-Lee Hopkins said the act is devastating.

“It’s something that people loved here at Sunridge, so we’re definitely going to rebuild and make the most of this unfortunate situation.”

– Randi-Lee Hopkins

The resort hopes to have a new deck installed by the time the wedding season starts in August.

An investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is being asked to contact the Strathcona RCMP.