Archives for “January 2010”

kids skiing
January 14, 2010

Whistler Uses GPS Units With Kids

Whistler is the latest Intrawest resort to fit kids with GPS units providing real-time tracking information for additional safety, while giving Whistler Blackcomb’s youngest guests … (More)

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kids skiing

Resort Expansion Too Fast for Community

Le Massif’s setting is breathtaking: a commanding vista high above the broad St. Lawrence River, the mountain nestled in the pristine beauty of the Charlevoix … (More)

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kid ski helmit
January 13, 2010

Canadian Ski Council Announces Helmet Policy

The Canadian Ski Council (CSC) released its policy on helmet usage at Canadian ski areas. It reads: “The Canadian Ski Council recommends wearing helmets for … (More)

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January 11, 2010

Full Tilt: Gold Medal Winning Ski Boot

In the high-tech, fast-paced world of winter sports gear development for world class athletes, one design – the 3-Piece ski boot – has remained a … (More)

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mountain caribou

Endangered Reindeer Threatened

The B.C. government has created new, relaxed rules for the mining industry that allow exploration companies to log and road-build in designated mountain caribou habitat … (More)

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January 9, 2010

Heil Wins Again

Defending Olympic moguls champion Jenn Heil of Spruce Grove, Alta., continued to do what she wants to do at next month’s Olympics – win. And … (More)

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Heil On Top, Richards Leader

Defending Olympic Games mogul champion Jenn Heil of Spruce Grove, Alta., collected the 22nd World Cup victory of her career, and Vincent Marquis of Quebec … (More)

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Emily Brydon
January 8, 2010

Brydon Cracks Top Ten

Emily Brydon (Fernie, BC) made it into the top 10 at today’s World Cup downhill in Haus im Ennstal, AUT as American Lindsey Vonn won … (More)

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Fernie film festival
January 7, 2010

Fernie Mountain Film Festival Accepting Submissions

The fourth annual Fernie Mountain Film Festival will be held 7 pm February 25, 26 and 27, 2010 at the Fernie Community Centre, Fernie, British … (More)

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olympics

Olympic Magic to Descend on Lake Louise

An exciting, weekend-long salute to the 2010 games will be ignited in Lake Louise on Thursday, January 21st as the Olympic Torch arrives at Canada’s … (More)

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