Hit the slopes late winter/early spring in Canada

Late winter/early spring is an ideal time to hit the slopes in Canada – lots of snow and sun but fewer crowds make for the perfect family-friendly conditions. What are you waiting for? Take the kids out of school for some shoulder season snow and savings or to enjoy some Easter holiday family fun!

The best things about skiing in spring?

• Many resorts experience their highest snowfalls in March (plus Whistler and Lake Louise receive up to one metre in April).
• Longer and sunnier days.
• More availability and more choice.
• Crowds are almost non-existent.
• What’s better than spring après? Longer sunny days provide perfect conditions for epic après sessions basking on a mountain deck with crystal-clear vistas.
• Off-peak season specials!

Which is the best destination for your posse?

Whistler Blackcomb

North America’s largest resort boasts 3,300 hectares, plus more lifts, terrain and spring snow. And, whether it’s snowmobiling, tubing, winter picnics, zip lining or perusing the 300 shops and restaurants available, you’ll be spoilt for choice!

Sun Peaks, Big White and Silverstar

These resorts in British Columbia’s interior are all designed with families in mind. With safe pedestrian villages, renowned ski schools and loads of family-friendly après, late winter/early spring is a wonderful time to take advantage of lots of cheaper ski-in, ski-out accommodation.

Easter school holidays in Banff and Lake Louise

Banff and Lake Louise offer an epic seven-month season. The ski resort records its best snow falls early spring and, with a mid-May close date, Easter school holidays is a great (and less expensive) time to ski its 3,200 hectares without the crowds.

Book by 15 November 2019 and save up to 40% with late winter/early spring rates on lift tickets and accommodation.

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Planning a holiday to Canada? You can read our complete family-friendly travel guide to Canada here.