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British Columbia Snowpack Hits 115% of Normal — and Some Stations Just Set All-Time Records

Spring has arrived in British Columbia, but the province’s snowpack is holding strong after a dynamic second half of March that brought both heavy rain and fresh mountain snow. Related: April 2026 State of the Western U.S. Snowpack: Worst Snow Year Ever? According to a government update released on April 1, a nearly week-long atmospheric river that began around March […]
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SilverStar Mountain, BC, Joins the Ikon Pass — And You Have 2 Weeks to Lock In Spring Pricing

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SilverStar Mountain: 3,304 Acres Now Included on the Ikon Pass Score your 2026-27 Ikon Pass now at its current low spring rates–prices go up and promos end after April 16. Winter 2026-27 brings additional Peak Perks, new Renewal Rewards, and now a dozen of Canada’s best destinations with the addition of SilverStar Mountain in British Columbia. Related: 2026-27 Ikon Pass […]
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Skier Killed After Sluff Knocked Them 2,000 Feet Down a Cliff in Rogers Pass, BC

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A skier died on Monday, March 30, after a small loose-snow avalanche knocked them off their feet and sent them tumbling 2,000 vertical feet (600 vertical meters) down the northeast face of Swiss Peak in Rogers Pass, Glacier National Park, British Columbia, Avalanche Canada confirmed this week. Related: Official Report on the Castle Peak, CA, Avalanche That Killed 9 Reveals […]
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Global Ski Patrol Leaders Gather at Big White, BC, for Milestone 25th FIPS World Congress

Big White Ski Resort in British Columbia is hosting the world’s top ski patrol professionals this week as more than 155 delegates from 12 countries gather for the Fédération Internationale des Patrouilles de Ski (FIPS) 25th World Congress — the second time Big White has hosted the congress, and the first time in North America since 2014. Related: Big White […]
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Backcountry Skier Killed in Size 4 Avalanche Near Haines Pass, B.C.

An overview photo of the Haines Pass avalanche taken the day of the incident. | Image: Avalanche Canada/Robert Thor Haraldsson

A backcountry skier died Sunday afternoon after a large avalanche buried two members of a touring group near Haines Pass in northwestern British Columbia, 93 miles (150 kilometers) southwest of Whitehorse, Yukon. Related: 3 Heli-Skiers Killed in Avalanche Near Terrace, BC, as Dangerous Conditions Grip Backcountry Atlin Royal Canadian Mounted Police received a Garmin SOS alert from a remote location […]
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Rain-Driven Avalanche Cycle Forces Trans-Canada Highway Closure in British Columbia

The Trans-Canada Highway remains closed through Rogers Pass as an unusual combination of heavy rain and warm temperatures has destabilised the snowpack, triggering large natural avalanches and preventing standard control operations. Officials from Parks Canada said avalanche control work carried out on March 19 produced significant results, with artillery triggering avalanches up to size 4—large enough to destroy infrastructure and […]
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SnowBrains Forecast: Revelstoke, BC, Sees Up to 30cm Fresh Snow Through Thursday in 2 Modest Rounds

This forecast is brought to you by Revelstoke Mountain Resort. Revelstoke, British Columbia, has two modest rounds of snow lined up, with the most reliable stretch running from early Saturday, March 21, through late Thursday, March 26. The first round should freshen the mountain this weekend, a second wave should add more snow from Tuesday into Thursday, and guidance gets […]
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RED Mountain Resort, BC, Delivers the Ultimate Laid-Back Spring Ski Trip

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Spring skiing is all about sunshine, soft snow, and good vibes, and few places deliver that combination better than RED Mountain Resort in Rossland, British Columbia. Known for its independent spirit, uncrowded slopes, and massive terrain, RED becomes an even better place to ski once spring arrives. Here’s why a spring trip to RED should be on every skier’s and […]
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How Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, BC, Drives Progression in the Canadian Rockies

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Canada is vast, understated, and quietly confident. The second-largest landmass on Earth rarely feels the need to announce itself. In true Canadian fashion, travelers are invited to discover its wonders firsthand. Some places need no introduction—like the mountain ranges that span Alberta and British Columbia. There are the superstars—Whistler, Banff, Lake Louise, Revelstoke—known for their sprawling resorts and iconic villages. […]
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Big White Ski Resort, BC, Offers Next Winter’s Season Pass at This Year’s Price

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Big White Ski Resort in British Columbia has launched its annual Season Pass Price Freeze, allowing skiers and snowboarders to secure next season’s pass at current prices. The offer begins today and runs through midnight on Thursday, April 30. Related: The Insider’s Guide to Saving Money on a Ski Trip to Big White Ski Resort, BC During the window, an […]
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78-Year-Old Skier Found Dead Beyond Whistler Blackcomb, BC, Boundary After Going Missing February 28

A missing mans body has been found near Whistler Blackcomb, BC. | Photo: SnowBrains

Search-and-rescue crews recovered the body of a 78-year-old Vancouver man on March 5 after he was reported missing at Whistler Blackcomb, in British Columbia, on February 28, authorities confirmed Wednesday. The man was found on the south side of Piccolo Peak at roughly 5,250 feet (1,600 metres) elevation in what Whistler Search and Rescue president Brad Sills described as “steep, […]
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Revelstoke, BC, Trip Report: Skiing to Revel In and Stoked Après

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Ahhhh, our ski safari finally rolled into Revelstoke Mountain Resort—that perfectly named, powder-drenched icon along British Columbia’s legendary Powder Highway. “Revy,” as the faithful call it, checks nearly every box on a skier’s wish list: 400+ inches of annual snowfall, a leg-searing 9.5-mile top-to-bottom run with more than 5,600 vertical feet, and terrain that flows from alpine bowls to perfectly […]
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Avalanche Near Kootenay Pass, BC, Kills 23-Year-Old Snowmobiler

A snowmobiler was killed in an avalanche near Kootenay Pass in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains after a slide buried two riders over the weekend. According to RCMP in Creston, authorities were alerted Saturday after an SOS tracking device signaled that someone was in distress in the backcountry southeast of Salmo, British Columbia. Shortly afterward, police received reports that an avalanche […]
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Pro Splitboarder Stratton Matteson Killed in Avalanche Near Joffre Peak, BC

Stratton Matteson, 28, was killed yesterday in an avalanche near Joffre Peak, BC. | Photo: cardiffsnow.com

A lone snowboarder was killed Tuesday, February 24, in an avalanche while backcountry riding near Anniversary Glacier, Nlháxten/Cerise Creek Conservancy, approximately 16 miles (26 kilometers) east of Pemberton, in British Columbia’s Sea-to-Sky region, marking the province’s fourth avalanche fatality of the season and the third in the past week. Sources close to SnowBrains have confirmed that the victim was professional splitboarder Stratton […]
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Heliskier Killed by Avalanche Near Revelstoke, BC

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A skier was killed on Thursday after an avalanche buried them in British Columbia‘s Selkirk Mountains east of Revelstoke. Selkirk Tangiers Helicopter Skiing, the outfitter guiding the group, confirmed the incident in a statement. Related: 8 Skiers Found Dead After Castle Peak Avalanche in California With One Still Missing For What is Now The Deadliest Avalanche Accident in State History “Yesterday, […]
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RED Mountain, BC, Report: The Only of North America’s 35 Biggest Ski Resorts Without a High-Speed Lift—Could That Be a Good Thing?

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RED Mountain report from February 7 – February 8, 2026 Someone told me a long time ago, when it came to spending money, that “You can have anything, you just can’t have everything.” I often apply this idea when it comes to making financial decisions, and generally, it helps me spend my money more wisely, while being realistic about what […]
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[PHOTO TOUR] Silvertip Lodge Heliski: Luxury Lodge, Deep Powder, and True Isolation

The journey to Silvertip Lodge begins with a charter flight from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Williams Lake Airport, followed by a 45-minute helicopter ride to the property. Situated on the shores of Quesnel Lake in the Cariboo Mountains, the lodge is accessible only by helicopter during winter operations. This level of isolation places it among the most remote destinations I […]
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World Ski & Snowboard Festival Returns to Whistler, BC, to Celebrate 30 Years of Mountain Culture

This spring, the World Ski & Snowboard Festival (WSSF) returns to Whistler, British Columbia, to celebrate a milestone thirty years in the making. Running April 6–12, 2026, the 30th edition of WSSF brings together athletes, artists, musicians, filmmakers, and the local community for a week-long celebration of mountain culture, creativity, and connection. Founded in 1996, WSSF grew alongside a generation […]
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Experience Premium Heliskiing in British Columbia With Exclusive SnowBrains Discount

World-class heliskiing with Silvertip Lodge, BC. | Photo: SnowBrains

Silvertip Heliskiing offers a premium heliskiing experience in British Columbia’s renowned mountain terrain, catering to advanced skiers and snowboarders seeking untouched powder and expansive wilderness. Located near the Canadian Rockies, Silvertip provides heliskiing packages that combine expert guiding, exclusive access, and luxury accommodations, emphasizing safety and personalized service. The operation stands out for its high ratio of guides to guests, […]
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