Backcountry skiing at Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler Blackcomb | Blake Jorgenson

Experience

Winter in British Columbia

Move, play, and reconnect

Winter in British Columbia (December to March) is full of energy and contrast.

From deep powder days in the mountains to storm-watching on the coast, the season is made for those who embrace the elements. Ski resorts buzz with activity, snow-covered trails lead to hidden viewpoints, and local flavours shine in après gatherings. Whether you’re carving fresh lines, discovering winter festivals, or finding stillness between adventures, BC’s landscapes offer space to move, play, and reconnect.

A snowboarder on a hill in British Columbia
Sea to Sky | Reuben Krabbe

Skiing & Snowboarding

Nowhere skis like B.C., where deep snow, vast terrain, and mountain culture come together.

Discover the places and experiences that make winter in BC unforgettable.

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Get Outside This Winter: 10 Unforgettable Experiences You Can Have Right Now

Embrace the new year in BC and experience something or someplace new.
People skating in whistler
Skating in Whistler | Andrew Strain

The Ultimate Guide to Winter on Vancouver Island

Discover the many ways to celebrate winter across Vancouver Island.
Wildside Grill decorated with Christmas lights in late November in Tofino | Jordan Dyck

Top 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in BC

Winter is the perfect time to explore BC, and you don’t need skis to do it.
An amoeba-shaped pool with steam rising from the surface with sparse trees behind it and a large lake in the background.
Halcyon Hot Springs near Nakusp | Kari Medig

BC’s Bounty: A Local Guide to Winter Flavours and Festivities

'Tis the season for mulled wine sips with fondue dips, winter walks with steaming hot cocoa, and fireside feasts in cozy places.
A view of Nelson at dusk from across Kootenay Lake | Kari Medig
A view of Nelson at dusk from across Kootenay Lake

12 Ways Non-skiers Can Enjoy BC’s Winter Ski Resorts

From snowshoeing to ice skating to sleigh rides, there's plenty to do besides ski at BC resorts.
Sun Peaks Resort
Sun Peaks Resort | Reuben Krabbe

5 Ways to Spend 48 Hours in Kamloops This Winter

Looking for some suggestions on how to take advantage of your weekend in Kamloops this winter?
A view of Nelson at dusk from across Kootenay Lake | Kari Medig
A view of Nelson at dusk from across Kootenay Lake

Go One Step Wilder: Skiing in BC

Discover skiing in British Columbia.
Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Discover BC's Ski Resorts

Explore BC's ski-in/ski-out resorts and winter experiences. Skiing to dogsledding, snowshoeing and village walks.
Skiing above SilverStar Mountain Resort

Anna & Yu

Meet two professional skiers who discovered more than just incredible slopes in BC—they also found a place to call home.
Two skiers on top of the mountain under bluebird conditions at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort near Golden.

Skiing in British Columbia, Canada

BC's 10 mountain ranges beckon with unparalleled vertical and massive terrain, punctuated by community ski hills, 13 major resorts, and heli- and cat-skiing.
Purcell Heli-Skiing

Carve Your Path: Ski the Wild in BC

Discover the infinite possibilities of skiing in British Columbia.
Skiing Kicking Horse Resort

Your Dream Ski Trip Is Waiting in BC

Discover what skiing in BC is all about.
Whistler Blackcomb's PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola