Lake Louise ski resort located in Banff National Park in Canada ranks as one of the most scenic mountain resorts in North America, if not the entire world. Banff/Lake Louise has three different ski areas (Lake Louise, Mount Norquay/Mystic Ridge and Sunshine Village) that are roughly 31 miles apart. Lake Louise resort is situated on the southern slopes of the Merlin Ridge of the Slate Range, between the heights of Mount Richardson, Ptarmigan Peak, Pika Peak and Redoubt Mountain, all around 3000 m (10,000 ft) above sea level. The 139 marked ski runs and back bowls on four mountain faces are 25% beginner, 45% intermediate and 30% advanced. The 'Terrain Park' is also designed for riders of all levels. Four full service day lodges are operational during winter. Snowboarders have access to all trails and the terrain park. The Insider's Guide to the Best Canadian Skiing has labeled Norquay as "an unforgiving brute legendary for its unrelenting vertical and monster moguls." Sunshine Village ski runs and lifts are accessed via an eight-person high-speed gondola. The gondola takes people from the parking lot (or bus terminal) to Goat's Eye mountain in 10 minutes and to the upper Village area in 18 minutes. There are 10 chairlifts and 107 trails within the alpine valley formed by the three mountains (Mount Standish, Lookout Mountain, and Goat's Eye Mountain) that constitute Sunshine Village. Mt. Norquay has 28 runs which total 16,382m in length with 3 quad chairs, 1 double chair and a magic carpet. With a vertical drop of 503 m (1,650 ft) and 16.4 km (10.2 mi) of runs, it is considered challenging, with 20% easy, 36% medium, 28% difficult and 16% expert runs. The Lake Louise resorts are located near the village of Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada. Sunshine Village is located 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) Southwest of the town of Banff, Alberta. By car, it is about one hour and thirty minute drive from the city of Calgary. The Sunshine exit on the Trans Canada Highway is 8 km (5.0 mi) west of the town of Banff. Mt. Norquay is a mountain and ski resort in Banff National Park, Canada that lies directly northwest of the Town of Banff. The Lake Louise sightseeing gondola is open year round, offering panoramas of glaciers, natural springs, wildflowers and possibly wildlife (such as grizzly bears). Other activities in the resort area include heli-skiing, dog sledding, ice skating, and cross-country skiing.

The Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, Canada envelopes the historic ski area of Mont-Tremblant, named for the mountain upon which it is located. 95 marked trails (one as long as 6km) on 4 faces present a good mix of alpine terrain appealing to all skill levels. Due to its far northern location, Mont-Tremblant boasts a long season with dependable conditions that can stretch from November to April each year. Snowparks with jumps, rails, a 6 meter tall super-pipe and boxes segregated with attractions that match participant’s expertise level provide opportunities for riders and skiers to enhance their skills accompanied by the backdrop of a contemporary musical soundtrack. Cross-country skiers will find at least 100km of machine groomed trails. The town of Mont-Tremblant has its identity wrapped in the brightly colored buildings assembled along its cobblestone streets that match the iconic ski village style and exists primarily to support the mountain activities. Along with the fantastic skiing and riding adventures, close by Mont-Tremblant visitors will find spas, ice rinks, a casino, horse drawn sleigh rides, dog sledding, ice climbing and nighttime entertainment. The lively village atmosphere permeates the après ski activities that revolve around a good selection of restaurants, bars and shops. Visitors to Mont-Tremblant access the town through Mont-Tremblant International Airport with regularly scheduled service from a number of Canadian and American cities. A scenic 90 minute drive from Montreal is an alternative as is regular bus service into the town from Montreal. Accommodations that appeal to a full range of needs and budgets range from quaint bed and breakfast guesthouses to 5-star hotels. Mont-Tremblant Resort finds its name on a number of publication’s Top 10 ski resorts. Consider including a visit to Canada’s Mont-Tremblant in Quebec on your list. Close to the world class city of Montreal, this famous ski area can satisfy the dream of a memorable trip to an iconic ski resort with all the trappings that make for an unforgettable holiday close to one of the world’s major cities without spending hours navigating winding mountain roads to reach the slopes.

Canada is already home to some epic skiing with destinations like Whistler, Lake Louise, and Banff. The mountains offer groomed runs for skiers of all levels. Advanced and expert skiers who want to experience something a bit more adventurous and extreme (think a Warren Miller movie) should consider a heli skiing trip. Get taken by helicopter to a remote mountain location and follow a guide down uninhabited backcountry terrain filled with fresh powder that’s light and fluffy. Since Heli Skiing is such a popular activity in Canada – its been said that it’s the Capital of Heli Skiing in the world – there are plenty of places to experience it. In Northern British Columbia are the Skeena, Stikine, and Coastal Mountains. The most famous ranges are the Monashees, Selkirks, Purcells, Cariboos, and of course, the Bugaboo Range, where Heli Skiing got its start in the 1960s. Depending on the destination, vertical runs can be longer than 2,400 feet. There is also a variety of terrain available including dense tree areas and wide-open bowls. The best time to take a heli skiing trip in British Columbia is February, but the season typically runs from January to early April.

The ski and snowboard resort of Marmot Basin is located deep within the rugged Canadian Rockies near the town of Jasper in the Canadian State of Alberta. The incredibly scenic location inside Jasper National Park offers uncrowded slopes, a great variety of terrain and an excellent selection of accommodation, dining and shopping options. Jasper National Park is a popular summertime destination for travelers from every corner of the planet and wintertime is considered the area’s “off season” providing excellent value to budget minded visitors in search of a world class winter sports adventure. The ski area offers a pleasing mix of runs that appeal to all skill levels with piste designations virtually even between novice, intermediate and advanced. The on-mountain ski and snowboard school offers group and private lessons with special programs for children as young as 4 years of age. Among the features that make a trip to Alberta’s Marmot Basin attractive to skiers and snowboarders are 86 marked trails with the longest run stretching 5.6km; an average of 400cm of snow annually; 7 lifts, including 3 high speed quads; a terrain park with slides, table tops and jumps; a lengthy season that runs from mid-November to May. Marmot Basin has the reputation of offering some of the best glade skiing in the Canadian Rockies with tree lined trails, wide-open bowls, long-gentle runs and steep chutes and moguls for experts that round out the experience. The charming town of Jasper lies 360km west of Edmonton, Alberta and 290km north of Banff, Alberta. Jasper has its own railway station with regular service from Vancouver, BC and Edmonton and Canadian cities even further east. Major highways connect Jasper with major cities throughout Canada and the United States. International Airports in Vancouver, Edmonton and Calgary welcome visitors from anywhere around the globe. Activities for après ski include lively pubs with entertainment, sports bars and upscale lounges. Your dream of skiing or snowboarding in the Canadian Rockies may be completed by including a trip to Marmot Basin near Jasper, Alberta on your list. The long season, short lift lines and incomparable beauty found at this unspoiled location will make for an unforgettable memory.

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort (KHMR) is a ski resort located 14 km outside of Golden, British Columbia, Canada. It features what is currently the fourth highest vertical drop North America, at 4,133 feet (1,260 m). It is only 6 feet (1.8 m) shorter than Jackson Hole. In total the resort includes over 2,800 acres (11 km2) of skiable lift-served terrain. The resort was named after the nearby Kicking Horse River and Kicking Horse Pass, although the resort is in the Purcell Mountains while the Kicking Horse is across the Rocky Mountain Trench in the Rocky Mountains. Annual snowfall ranges from 254 cm (100") at the bottom of the mountain to 700 cm (275") at the summit. The total in boundary ski area is over 2800 Acres. The slopes are well known for the light and dry snow, dubbed Champagne Powder. Kicking Horse has exceptional backcountry access. South of the resort, Super Bowl can be accessed by hiking up Terminator Ridge. North of the resort, Rudi's Bowl and many other backcountry assets are accessible. The hill is served primarily by a high speed gondola, the Golden Eagle Express, that rises from the base area to the peak. Two smaller chairlifts also operate from the base area, a fixed-grip quad (Catamount) and a fixed-grip double (Pioneer - a relic from Whitetooth days). Another fixed-grip quad (Stairway to Heaven) serves the upper areas to the north of the gondola, including the third bowl. Uphill capacity is generally limited, however, and most skiers need to return to the summit via the gondola at the base of the mountain. The limited terrain park is compensated by the natural terrain and exceptional backcountry access. The gondola accesses CPR Ridge, Crystal Bowl and Bowl Over. Crystal Bowl is large and open, providing intermediate skiing and is the easiest way down from the gondola. Bowl Over is also open but much steeper and often has more moguls than Crystal Bowl. In 2007, a trail was made to allow for advanced intermediate skiing into Bowl Over. CPR ridge is situated between the two bowls. One side of the ridge, the Crystal Bowl side, provides some of the 75 inbound chutes available at Kicking Horse. These chutes range from advanced to expert skiing. The other side of CPR Ridge is a series of glades. Stairway to Heaven is a fixed chair lift that is situated at the bottom of Crystal Bowl and accesses White Wall, Feuz Bowl and Redemption Ridge. White Wall is a quick hike right of the chair and is rated expert skiing for some rock bands and large cornices. Feuz Bowl is advanced skiing, quite similar to CPR ridge. Stairway to Heaven follows Redemption Ridge. On one side are chutes into Feuz Bowl and the other side is a series of glades back into Crystal Bowl. Terminator Ridge and Terminator Peak are situated on the left side of Bowl Over. On the south side of Terminator Ridge Super Bowl can be accessed. On the north side a few steep, narrow, expert chutes come back into Bowl Over. The hike to the top of Terminator Ridge is often well traveled and takes from fifteen to thirty minutes, depending on fitness. The resort is open for skiing from mid December to mid April, and for mountain biking and sightseeing from late June to early October.

Big White Ski Resort, or simply Big White, is a ski resort located 56 km (35 mi) southeast of Kelowna in the Southern Interior of British Columbia. Located on Big White Mountain, the highest summit in the Okanagan Highland, an upland area between the Monashee Mountains and the Okanagan Valley, it is the second largest resort in British Columbia after Whistler-Blackcomb. The mountain summit is at 2,319 m (7,608 ft) with a vertical drop of 777 m (2,549 ft), serviced by 16 lifts. The mountain receives 750 cm of annual snowfall. It has 2,765 acres (11 km2) of overall skiable terrain. With 38 acres (150,000 m2) of night skiing, Big White has western Canada's largest resort night skiing area. It has a central village which comprises accommodation, eateries, bars and shops. The village is 1,755 m (5,758 ft) above sea level. Big White has a total of 118 "designated" trails and 27 unnamed trails. 18% of these trails are beginner, 56% intermediate and the remaining 26% are classed as expert. The wooded areas between trails are all open, and can offer a variety of ungroomed snow and widely varied terrain. Big White currently has one 8-passenger high speed gondola, one 6-passenger high speed chair (new for the 06/07 season), four 4-passenger high speed chairs, one 4-passenger "beginner chair", one 3-passenger chair, three 2-passenger chairs (including the Telus park chairlift), one T-bar, one children’s and one adult's magic carpet. There are also two tubing lifts. These lifts are capable of transporting 28,000 people per hour uphill. The eastern side of Big White is where the majority of lifts are located. The runs on this side are usually shorter and more crowded than those found over on the Gem Lake side. The most advanced runs are located on this side underneath the Cliff chair. The Cliff Chair closed during the 2008 season, pending an investigation by avalanche experts after the Parachute Bowl slipped in January 2008. There is one high-speed detachable 6-seater chair (Snow Ghost Express), three high-speed detachable quad chairs (Ridge Rocket, Bullet, and Black Forest), one triple chairlift (Powder Chair), two double chairlifts (Cliff and Telus Park), and a single T-bar, the Alpine T-bar. The Ridge Rocket chair has a small lodge at its base, and the base of the Bullet chair is very near the main village. The new 6-seater lift (the Snow Ghost Express) was built for the 2006-2007 season parallel to Ridge Rocket Express to reduce lift lines. Gem Lake is located on the western side of Big White and is served by the Gem Lake high-speed detachable quad chair. The Falcon and Powder Chairs, two and three person lifts respectively, are nearby. The Gem Lake lift is often windier than the east side lifts, but offers the largest single-lift vertical drop at the hill at 710 m. It has a lodge known as the Westridge Warming Hut complete with washrooms, coffee shop, ticket sales and large parking lot at its base; the base of the Gem Lake Express is quite distant from the Village area. Traditionally tourists tend to ski more on the east side while locals from Kelowna and other nearby towns will ski Gem Lake more than tourists. The addition of several new groomed blue and green runs at Gem Lake have allowed this area to be much more family friendly to the beginner / intermediate skier or rider. The ski resort is expected to unveil plans in the near future that call for the addition of 2,000 acres (8.1 km2) of skiable area on the East Peak. This new area will be mainly intermediate and advanced terrain and the expansion will be on land leased from the province. Big White recently built a Telus Park in the 2004/2005 season. It features a standard sized half-pipe along with a skier/border cross course and beginner through to advanced rails and jumps. The park is separated into two sides. One with larger jumps, rails, and boxes, and the other with smaller features, the border cross and a half-pipe. Big white is also exclusive to a snow-cross run identical to the one at the olympics. Big White has 25 km of Nordic trails. You can snow-shoe and dog-sled as well as cross-country ski on the cross-country trails. A small number of them also have snowmobiles. There is one warming hut on the trail.

Fernie Alpine Resort is a ski resort, located on Lizard Range, near the town of Fernie, British Columbia in Canada. It is known particularly for its high annual snowfall, reportedly the highest of any resort in the Canadian Rockies, and for its powder skiing. Fernie Alpine Resort has 5 legendary bowls along the Lizard Range. Siberia Bowl, Cedar Bowl, Timber Bowl, Currie Bowl, and the Lizard bowl. Fernie is known for its amazing powder and that's why it is rated one of the top 5 resorts in Canada. The resort has 10 lifts servicing 140 named runs plus 5 alpine bowls and tree skiing with a vertical drop of 1,082 meters (3,550 ft). The resort has over 10.1 square kilometres (2,500 acres) of skiable terrain. The average annual snowfall is 875 centimetres (28.71 ft). Fernie alpine resort has 10 ski lifts, on the old side of the mountain there are 5 ski lifts, the Deer Chair which is a 3 person chair, the Elk chair is a four person chair, the great bear chair is a high speed quad, the boomerang is a 3 person chair, and the haulback is a t-bar. On the new side of the mountain there are two chairs The Timber Express Chair which is a high speed quad, and the White Pass chair which takes you to the highest. New in the 2011.2012 Ski Season, Fernie Alpine Resort added a lift to the Summit in Currie Bowl called the NEW Polar Peak lift. The resort also operates a mountain bike park in the summer months.

Whitewater Ski Resort is a ski resort near Nelson in southern British Columbia, Canada. The resort is situated in Ymir bowl, beneath the 2400 m high Ymir Mountain, in the Selkirk Mountains. The Selkirks receive plentiful, dry snow, and the location in a high alpine bowl provides an annual snowfall average of over 10 m. The elevation of the parking is 1605 m and the highest lift accessed point is 2000 m. While Ymir Peak is not included within the ski area boundary, lifts climb both shoulders of the bowl, and provide easy traverse routes along ridges to the top. In addition to its snow, the resort is renowned for its tree skiing and steep runs; only 20% of the runs are beginner, while 40% are intermediate and the remaining 40% are advanced. The resort consists of three lifts: one triple chair lift (installed in 2010),two antiquated double chairs, a handle tow, and lodge with an award winning cafeteria, a rental shop and guest services. The Summit Chairlift accesses the south ridge of Ymir bowl, and offers a wide variety of gladed blue and black runs. The Silverking Double chair runs up the north ridge of Ymir bowl, and provides access to the resorts only beginner runs. The Summit lift was purchased from the Spokane world fair, while the Silver King was purchased from Whistler, where it had previously been the Olive chair. From the top of either chair, skiers who are properly equipped can traverse the ridges towards Ymir Peak, and then choose from a multitude of lines that lead back to the base area. New for the 2010-2011 ski season, the Glory Ridge chair, a triple seat fixed-grip, opens up the Backside area with much of the terrain now within the resorts boundaries. Along with the construction of the lift, much of the surrounding area was logged to create more open and ski-able glades. With the addition of the Glory Ridge chair, Whitewater now belongs to the list of ski hills offering 2000 vertical feet. This lift was built by Dopplemayr and was purchased from Vail, where it had been initially installed in 1980. Because of its steep terrain and plentiful snow, Whitewater is frequented by many back country skiers; this situation however, creates a significant avalanche hazard, and avalanche control is among the company's largest expenditures. Skiing began in Nelson in 1932, with the Silver King Skiers, following Danny McKay's success in the National ski jumping contests. In 1974, a coalition of locals residents backed the creation of a new resort in a more suitable location, and Ymir bowl was chosen. Alpine skiing and backcountry skiing are available at Whitewater. Heliskiing and catskiing are available out of Nelson.

Le Massif is a ski resort northeast of Quebec City, Canada, overlooking the St. Lawrence river. It has the highest vertical in Eastern Canada. Apart from a big vertical drop and lots of snow, Le Massif de Charlevoix's main claim to fame is that the area is accessible both from the top and from the base. There are three peaks, two of which are currently developed. Skiing season usually lasts from early December to late April. Le Massif de Charlevoix gets a lot of snow, and keeps it, as it also gets little rain for an eastern ski area. The natural snowpack (in the trails) can exceed eight feet at the summit on a typical winter. However, the base is at sea level and can lose its snow quickly once April rolls in. La Charlevoix, the steepest trail, is home to the only alpine training center east of the Rockies for Canada's athletes. This trail, with a steepest pitch of 64%, is considered by many to be one of the top three most difficult women’s downhill trails in the world. Le Massif de Charlevoix ski area is located in Petite-Rivière-Saint François, Charlevoix, Québec, Canada, a 75 minute drive from Quebec City.