Southwest
Chicopee
Congratulations to Chicopee. Founded in 1934 this will be their 75th year in operation. Originally just open in winters for skiing, Chicopee is now a four season resort with Mountain Biking, Tennis and so much more.
Cobble Hills
Although not much has changed with their ski terrain, Cobble Hills has installed a new tube park complete with a 400 foot magic carpet.
London Ski Club (Boler Mtn)
Currently undertaking a $6M Capital Campaign, the plan is to expand Boler moutain with five new runs that are double the height of the current terrain. To date there have been $2M in upgrades to snowmaking, including preparations for the new hill. Expect the new terrain to open in 2012.
North
Adanac
Located just south of Sudbury this hill services the Greater Sudbury residents. This year Kevin Joblin was promoted to Ski Hill Program Supervisor.
Laurentian
Servicing the North Bay region Laurentian is a fun, family-oriented ski resort. Looking to improve their infrastructure and has applied for a federal grant.
Kamiskotia
Located just outside Timmins, Kamiskotia is Northern Ontario’s premier resort. With modern lodge facilities, ample terrain and a snow-tubing park they are looking forward to this season.
Loch Lomond
Servicing the Thunder Bay area Loch Lomond is a gem of the north. With the changes in the weather Loch Lomond recently upgraded their snowmaking with new HKD guns and an airless articulating snowgun, increasing capacity to 1200 gallons/minute!
Collingwood
Alpine
This year The Steeps will be open mid week. The rock doctor came in over the summer and helped Alpine fix up Down Draft after last years slide. Challenge yourself and take advantage of Ontario’s steepest terrain.
Blue Mountain
Congratulations to Graeme Dugale in his recent promotion to Director of Snow and Mountain Bike School. Graeme replaces Chris Lewis, who was also promoted to Vice President of Recreation Services.
In operations news Gord Canning, who has been President and CEO since 1978, is stepping aside as President. When Gord started Blue Mountain had 10 runs and a 20 room inn. Now as a four-season resort partnered with Intrawest, Dan Skelton will have some big shoes to fill as he takes over as President and Cheif Operating Officer.
Craigleith
With both Jeff Dawson and Ted Morgan returning Craigleith is looking forward to
another great year. New this year, the terrain park got a facelift including new features, regrading and it will now be gated.
Mansfield
Mansfield is undergoing some updates to infrastructure as well. Last year they updated the Low’s Chairlift replacing all the chairs. And again this passed summer there were more improvements to their snowmaking, further increasing their capacity.
Georgian Peaks
On August 20th Environment Canada reported that 11 tornadoes touched down
across Southern Ontario. Unfortunately Georgian Peaks was one of the touchdown locations. In total 225 trees were lost, 8 on-hill buildings were destroyed, the Whalen Alpine Centre lost it’s roof and suffered major damage and 14 homes in the adjacent community were also damaged. The three staff that were working in the Whalen Alpine Centre ran for cover as they described what sounded like a ‘freight train passing buy’, fortunately no one was injured. The F2 funnel cloud ripped across the bottom of the hill, across the highway and into the Georgian Bay where it dissipated. Repairs are well underway across the resort and they anticipate no delays in opening.
East
Batawa
Did you know that they were established in 1955 by a dedicated group of Bata Shoe factory employees who cleared some trees and installed a homemade rope toe? Congratulations to Batawa in celebrating their 50th Anniversary.
Dagmar
Dagmar claims they are the best learning environment around. Just minutes from Northeast Toronto take advantage of the new runs cut this summer
Brimacombe
Home of the Oshawa Ski Club. The current hill was discovered in 1940 although other hills, such as the Trillium Trails were used by members. The name of the Oshawa ski club may be changing but the great programs, staff and members will remain the same.
Skyloft
Skyloft prides itself in being a customer oriented resort. This year in moving towards making skiing safer for school children, Skyloft now requires all school children to wear helmets. To accommodate this they have purchased new helmets for their army of rentals. They have also expanded their learning centre making it more friendly for beginners.
Central
Centennial /Earl Bales
Under the umbrella of the City of Toronto, both Earl Bales and Centennial are accessible by public transit. Last year there 87,000 visitors at both resorts catering to Toronto residents who may otherwise not get to ski. This year between 4pm and closing kids ski or snowboard free when accompanied by an adult.
Hockley Valley
It was the summer for infrastructure upgrades. Along with some upgrades to snowmaking and ski runs 2400 loads of fill to the top to help level it out
Mount Chingaucousy
At a towering 69ft of vertical terror, Mount Chincaugousy is in operation again for the 09-10 season. Located in central Brampton it is a great place to learn to ski.
Snow Valley
The perfect place for families to enjoy the outdoors with skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and snowshoeing. Congrats to Pamela Desira on her recent promotion to Snow School Director
Mount St. Louis Moonstone
MSLM continues to give back to their skiing and snowboarding guests. This summer’s project focused on the first stages of revamping their beginner terrain and creating additional parking space, to better accommodate the visiting winter enthusiast. What the guest will see is the relocation of the original “Magic Carpet”, increased teaching terrain and the Kids Camp teaching terrain right outside their door.
Horseshoe Resort
Be sure to check out the upgrades to the Super Pipe and Terrain Park. If you are an instructor looking to sharpen your skills new this year at Horseshoe in our Ski School are Park and Pipe Instructor Courses
Pineridge Resort
The recession hasn’t been easy for anyone, especially Pineridge. Due to lack of funds Pineridge is unable to open this year.
National Capital
Calabogie
The township of Madawaska has approved the plan to build a long-term sustainable development. Townhomes will be nestled at the bottom of the mountain creating a sense of community.
Mount Pakenham
Over the summer a New Leitner Poma fixed grip quad was installed to continue the updates to Mount Pakenham’s Infrastructure. In an attempt to recruit more
instructors they have changed our Level 1 Prep time slot to Saturdays at 9:30am.
Radcliffe Hills
Located in heart of the Madawska Valley, Radcliffe Hills is a family resort with a great mix of terrain. Come and check out some of Ontario’s most scenic ski hills.
Travelling
Voyageurs
Celebrating their 50th ski season, Voyageurs is a traveling club that caters to urbanites. Journeying to some fabulous resorts this year including Stowe, Sugarbush, Owl’s Head and Cortina, Italy. Want to join them in Cortina? Some spots remain!
North Toronto Ski Club
Congratulations to North Toronto Ski Club on their 50th anniversary. From day trips to week-long charters, NTSC is small enough to be open and friendy but big enough to provide the members with the benefits of a large club.
Snowhawks & Ravens
With operations in both Ottawa and Toronto, Snowhawks caters to the
youth. Three years ago Snowhawks purchased Ravens, a similar travelling club. Snowhawks will continue to operate in Toronto with the Ravens name.
Love To Ski
Based out of Collingwood, but with various pick up points in Toronto, the Love to Ski Club operates on Wednesdays and Thursdays to take advantage of uncrowded resorts. In 2007 they celebrted their 25th anniversary and look forward to many more years of service.
High Park
Happy 60th Anniversary to High Park Ski Club. As Toronto’s largest travelling ski club they cater to all of your skiing needs. With 6 pick up locations and trips from Southern Ontario to Japan they have something for all skiing enthusiasts.
