Latest articles about Alberta

Kids Ski and Rent free in 2025-26 when you book by September 30th, 2025

Michael Fulton

September 18, 2025

SkiBig3 Offers Free Kids' Lift Tickets and Rentals: A Critical Look

Alberta's SkiBig3 resorts are dangling free lift tickets and rentals for kids this winter, but is it truly a game-changer for family ski trips? We analyse the fine print and industry context.

Banff

Mt. Norquay

Lake Louise Ski Resort

Canada

Alberta

Banff Sunshine

A helicopter helps with the installation of a new chairlift.

Michael Fulton

May 31, 2025

Lake Louise Ski Resort Begins 200-Acre Expansion Project

Lake Louise Ski Resort has started work on a significant 200-acre expansion, including new ski runs and a chairlift at Richardson's Ridge. The project aims to enhance the resort's offerings for intermediate skiers.

Alberta

Banff National Park

Lake Louise

Marmot Basin in Jasper, Alberta, Sees 30% Drop in Winter Visitors Following Devastating Wildfire Last Summer

Michael Fulton

May 26, 2025

Marmot Basin Ski Resort Faces 30% Visitor Decline After Jasper Wildfire

Marmot Basin ski resort in Jasper, Alberta, experienced a significant 30% drop in winter visitors following the devastating wildfire that swept through the area last summer, impacting local tourism and operations.

Jasper

Alberta

Marmot Basin

Michael Fulton

April 3, 2025

Castle Mountain's New Stagecoach Express Chairlift: A Nod to Cat-Skiing Legacy

Castle Mountain Resort in Alberta is set to install its first high-speed chairlift, the Stagecoach Express, expanding terrain and honouring its cat-skiing history.

Castle Mountain

Canada

Alberta