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Check in with our weekly updates to get important info for getting to, staying at and skiing Mount Cain!

THE END IS HERE!

Yibbida yibbida, that’s all folks! Ski season ‘25/’26 has now come to a close and we’d like to thank each and every one of you for making it the season it was and holding on to the rollercoaster ride we had. We already can’t wait for the snow to return in December!...

Land Acknowledgement

Mount Cain is located in the territory of the ‘Namgis First Nation.  The mountainous area near the Davie River, or Dzudzuxan, is known as Papikałan in Kwak’wala, meaning place of marmots.

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Special Events

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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The mountain is calling and you must come…

The mountain is calling and you must come…

...to Backcountry Fest at Mount Cain. We will kick off the festival with outdoor movies on the evening of Friday, February 11th, followed by a full day of activities on Saturday, February 12th. If you are interested in exploring the backcountry, come and learn the...

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And The Winner Is…

And The Winner Is…

Photo by Lisa Ewasko Cain Cup returned in all its glory last weekend after covid kicked it off the course in 2021. The sun was shining, the turns were fast, and the smiles were wide. Over 40 skiers participated, with the top 10 men and 10 women skiing off for the cup....

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Just Breathe

Just Breathe

I know. It’s raining. Take a moment...breathe...this too shall pass. By Saturday, it will be spring skiing at Cain - a perfect day for the Cain Cup. So don’t sit around the house feeling sorry for yourself, come to Cain for some fun in the sun. You can register for...

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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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