Canada
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02/Jan/13 , Gatwick
Situated within the Inns of Banff complex, these luxury apartments offer very spacious and comfortable accommodation within the privacy of an apa
| Resort | Date | From | Basis | Price | |
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| Banff Town | 02/Jan/13 | Gatwick | SC | £ 874 |
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| Fernie Alpine Resort | 30/Jan/13 | Gatwick | SC | £ 944 |
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| Marmot Basin | 15/Dec | Manchester | B&B | £ 848 |
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| Mont Tremblant | 16/Mar | Teesside | B&B | £ 968 |
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Canada Introduction
Canada has around 270 resorts, located on either the west or east coast of the country with a few resorts in the central provinces. There is even a snowboard only resort known as ‘The Snowboard Ranch’ which is located 18 miles from the town of Peterborough in the province of Ontario.
The western provinces boast Canada's best mountainous areas, Alberta and British Columbia (BC). Both regions have resorts that are a match for any in Europe. The gateway cities for flights to the west coast areas are Calgary in Alberta, and Vancouver in BC.
On the east coast there are a number of areas to ride, the majority being in the French speaking province of Quebec. The 100+ resorts on the east coast of Canada resemble much of what is found on the east coast of America - low level, wooded, and often windswept terrain. Canadians treat their visitors with respect and provide a very high level of resort services to meet customer requirements. There are good slope facilities in most places, along with an abundance of places to eat and sleep close to the slopes. Prices are generally higher than those in the US but lower than in Europe. Canadians also like a beer and a good night out, so expect to party hard.
Accommodation facilities in Canada include condos and high quality hotels, as well as B&B's, lodges, hostels or dorms. Prices vary from place to place and are generally quite high wherever you go, (unless you can bunk on a floor and overload with people).
Getting around Canada by train is easy on VIA Rail, the Canadian national rail network, or Amtrak which runs across the Canadian/US border. Greyhound buses are another cheap option. Entry into Canada is liberal but you will need a passport and be advised, you can't work in Canada without a work permit as rules are strict. If you get caught scrubbing dishes in a hotel without the correct paper work, you'll soon be on your way home.
If you wish to teach snowboarding in Canada, you will need the Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors (C.A.S.I.) Level 1 certificate. For details on the course, which costs from C$350, contact CASI on 001 519 624-6593 or visit
www.casi-acms.com. If you require some training to help you to become a snowboard instructor, SnowSkool offers programmes tailored for the CASI qualifications. Visit www.snowskool.co.uk for more information.
Results from the 2012 Canadian Open
Sun 05 February 12The 4th Annual 2012 Burton Canadian Open presented by MINI ended the week with Ryo Aono and Queralt Castellet winning the halfpipe competition, and Chas Guldemond and Jamie Anderson taking the slopestyle titles
World Snow Report Week Ending 21 January, 2012
Wed 18 January 12Snowfall Returns To USA After A Calm Week In The Alps.
LA NINA FAVOURS REVELSTOKE MOUNTAIN RESORT
Mon 16 January 12An incredible snow storm has targeted Revelstoke Mountain Resort bringing a whopping 31cm of snowfall in less than 24hrs!
Day One Results for FWT Riders in Revelstoke
Sun 08 January 12With snow falling and a fully loaded rider field, the scene was set for a highly competitive first day of the 2012 Swatch Freeride World Tour.
WHISTLER BLACKCOMB 100 PERCENT OPEN
Sat 17 December 118,171 Acres, 5,280 vertical and Over 10.5 feet of Snow so far this season.
INCREDIBLE CONDITIONS FOR REVELSTOKE OPENING
Sun 04 December 11Revelstoke Mountain Resort opens for the season with snowflakes falling from the sky (mother-natures tradition at RMR)
SKI FOR FREE AT WHISTLER BLACKCOMB
Thu 01 December 11During Annual Santa Day the first 75 guests to check in dressed in a full Santa or Mrs. Claus costume on Saturday, December 17, 2011 Ski/Ride FREE
WHISTLER BLACKCOMB IS OPEN
Tue 29 November 11Blackcomb Mountain opened today, joining Whistler Mountain which opened six days early on November 18.
WHISTLER MOUNTAIN OPENS WITH FIVE LIFTS Nov 11
Mon 21 November 11With almost 30cm of new snow in the last two days and up to 80cm forecasted by Tuesday, Whistler Mountain opens more than 2,350 vertical feet.
Lake Louise Set To Open Further Terrain 17/11/2011
Sun 20 November 11Lake Louise offers early season’s highest vertical with the opening of more expert terrain.
Useful information
Population:32.5 million
Capital City: Ottawa
Language: English & French
Currency: Canadian Dollar (C$)
Highest Peak: Mt Logan 6050m
Drugs Information: Cannabis is illegal but attitudes are changing
Alcohol Drinking 18 to 19
Electricity Supply: 110 volts AC - 2pin plug
Driving: Drive on the right hand side
Speed Limits
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Motorways-100kph (62mph
Highways-90kph (55mph
Towns-50kph (31mph)
International Phone Code: 001
Further Information:
Canadian Ski and Snowboard Association
Suite 200, 505 8th Avenue S.W.
Calgary, AB T2P 1G2
Tel: (403) 265-8615
Fax: (403) 777-3213
www.canadaskiandsnowboard.net
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- Alberta (11)
- British Columbia (26)
- Manitoba (4)
- New Brunswick (1)
- Ontario (16)
- Quebec (12)
- Saskatchewan (13)
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