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Land Acknowledgement
Mount Cain is located in the territory of the ‘Namgis First Nation. The mountainous area near the Davie River, or Dzudzux‘an, is known as Papikałan in Kwak’wala, meaning place of marmots.
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There’s always something to do at Mount Cain! Check out our Events page to learn about our annual competitions, festivals and more!
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There’s Never A Dull Moment at Cain
It was nearing 6:00pm last Saturday when the mighty Vikings from South of Sayward went up against the Vikings of The Real North Island in a Tug of War. Tensions were high as Vikings big and small grabbed the rope with grit and determination and pulled like the snow...
Enter the Viking Age at Cain
Yup, it’s time for Viking Fest! If you come to Cain for Viking Fest this weekend, you better prepare for a hjaldr ('battle) in the snowboard cross. The course includes a fast course on Blueberry, complete with øksen (axe) throwing. Only the frœkn (brave) boarders with...
It Came, We Saw, We Conquered.
The snow was falling as vehicles rolled in last Friday evening, and it kept coming all weekend. The wind on Saturday made for some interesting effects, but by Sunday, there was nothing but light, fluffy snow on the mountain, and smiles on faces. Shouts of joy emanated...
mount cain sponsors
Mount Cain could not run without the financial support it receives from several businesses that support us during the ski season and beyond. Many thanks to the following companies and organizations.
FRIENDS OF mount cain
Mount Cain relies on the generosity of those listed below who donate resources crucial to making our little mountain a big success, thank you!
Abernathy Contracting - Black Cat Repairs - Karsten Construction Lemare Lake Logging - Ministry of Forests - Koprino Contracting Ltd. Strathcona Electrical - Hakai Electrical - Tex Electric - Welder Engineering - Longstone Law Corporation - Estero Peak Contracting Kindred Snowboards - Arc'teryx
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