Finding Winter Magic in Calgary and Beyond
Explore how to find awe-inspiring winter magic close to home, from rime ice in Fish Creek Park to skiing at Lake Louise. Discover 10 local activities to embrace the season.
Explore how to find awe-inspiring winter magic close to home, from rime ice in Fish Creek Park to skiing at Lake Louise. Discover 10 local activities to embrace the season.
A sprawling 8,072-square-foot Langley estate in Campbell Valley comes with six bedrooms, six bathrooms, and partial ownership of private Murchie Lake. Discover this rare opportunity for exclusive lakeside living.
The former Bluebird Lake Placid hotel has been rebranded as Laurel Lake Placid, offering a modern, nature-inspired Adirondack escape with 90 rooms. Discover the refreshed hospitality experience rooted in comfort and authenticity.
A drone operator was fined $2,000 for an illegal flight in Banff National Park that overlapped with a helicopter's path, highlighting serious safety risks. Learn why drone use is banned in Canada's national parks.
Dedicated volunteers with the Regina Ski Club maintain over 15 cross-country ski trails, grooming roughly 30 kilometres weekly for the community. Discover how they keep winter sports accessible.
Canadian para-alpine skier Alexis Guimond secures a gold medal at a World Cup event in Austria, showcasing his skill on the international stage. Read more about his victory.
West Red Lake Gold Mines declares commercial production at its Madsen Gold Mine in Northwestern Ontario, marking a major milestone after a strong December with 3,215 ounces produced. Read the full operational and financial results.
Discover the fitness benefits of cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, skating, and curling. Learn how outdoor winter exercise can improve your physical and mental well-being.
Three people died in separate avalanches in the French Alps as a severe winter storm slammed the U.K. and France. The cold snap is spreading across Europe.
Canadian freestyle skiing legend Mikaël Kingsbury secures his 100th career World Cup win in single moguls, cementing his status as the greatest of all time. Read about his historic achievement.
Canadian freestyle skiers Megan Oldham and Olivia Gaskell secured silver and bronze in freeski slopestyle at a World Cup event. Get the full results and details on their podium finishes.
Three teenage triplets from Jamaica are training in Colorado with a singular goal: to represent their Caribbean nation in alpine ski racing at a future Winter Olympics. Discover their inspiring journey.
Mission Ridge Winter Park in Fort Qu'Appelle, Saskatchewan, is bustling with skiers and snowboarders as the 2026 winter season gets underway. Discover the local winter sports scene.
Oliver/Osoyoos Search and Rescue performed a challenging rescue of two skiers on Baldy Mountain on January 3. Get the details on the operation and winter safety reminders.
Montreal bartender Marie-Louise Roy-Bilodeau triumphs over 26 competitors to become the Ultimate Bartender Champion. Discover her winning story and the prestigious competition.
A January cold snap and fresh snow have created ideal conditions for cross-country skiing in the Ottawa area. Skiers are hitting the trails in force, marking a hot start to the 2025-2026 season. Discover the local impact.
Freestyle skiers triumph at the World Cup halfpipe event in Calgary. Get the full results and highlights from the competition here.
Austrian Olympic slalom medalist Katharina Liensberger sustains serious knee injuries in a training accident, casting doubt on her 2026 season. Get the latest details.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, nestled in Italy's UNESCO Dolomites, is set to co-host the 2026 Winter Olympics. Discover its legendary slopes, Olympic history, and Alpine charm.
Discover the top 30 bestselling books in Canadian independent bookstores for the week of Dec. 27, featuring new releases from Margaret Atwood, Louise Penny, and more. See what Canadians were reading this holiday season.
A 47-year-old woman died while skiing on a green run at Sunshine Village near Banff. The tragic incident highlights the hidden dangers of deep snow on familiar slopes.
A 47-year-old Toronto woman died while skiing at Sunshine Village in Banff. The resort suggests suffocation in deep snow or cardiac arrest as possible causes. Read the details.
Fresh snowfall drew Boxing Day crowds to Ski Martock in Windsor, Nova Scotia, as the ski hill kicked off its landmark 60th anniversary season. Read about the festive start.
Lake Louise Ski Resort shatters its December snowfall record, opening just in time for Christmas. Get the details on the historic snowpack and conditions.
A famous grizzly bear known as 'Split Lip' made a surprise appearance near a Lake Louise ski run during the Santa Slalom event, reminding skiers that not all bears hibernate fully. Read about the encounter and safety reminders.
The Nordic ski community in Saskatoon is experiencing a significant rise in interest, with more residents embracing cross-country skiing. Discover the factors driving this winter sports trend.
A skier is in stable condition after falling from a chairlift at Banff Sunshine Village. The resort is investigating the incident, which occurred Sunday afternoon.
Calgary freestyle skier Andrew Longino secures a bronze medal at a World Cup halfpipe event, marking a significant achievement for the Canadian athlete. Read more about his performance.
The North Shore Mountains near Vancouver are officially opening for the season following a significant snowfall this week, bringing joy to local winter sports enthusiasts.
Calgary athlete Tom Stephen has officially earned a place on Canada's Olympic cross-country skiing team. Discover his journey and what this means for Canadian winter sports.