Updates

What’s New for Winter 2024-25

November 15, 2024 - The anticipation for winter 2024-25 is at an all-time high and there are a ton of exciting new projects launching this season.

Winter 2024-25 Opening Update – All Lifts Open!

Updated November 22, 2024 - This Saturday, November 23, all lifts will be spinning and all three mountains will be open for the season!

Unlocking The Alpine: West Bowl Express Opens Soon!

October 22, 2024 – The new West Bowl Express is almost ready! Learn more about this game-changing new lift that will transform the ski experience in the alpine for the 2024-25 season.

Sun Peaks Ambassador Team Winter Wrap Up

May 8, 2024 - A look back at the highlights and achievements of the 2023-24 winter season with the athletes of the inaugural Sun Peaks Ambassador Team.

Project Update: West Bowl Express Opens Winter 2024-25

April 22, 2024 - Excitement is mounting for the new West Bowl Express! Lift construction has resumed this spring and the project remains on track for a planned opening next winter.

Elevate Your Winter: The New Expedition Season Pass

April 16, 2024 - New for winter 2024-25! Learn more about the Expedition Season Pass, which combines a Sun Peaks Alpine Season Pass with an Ikon Base Pass add-on.

Vote Sun Peaks in Mackenzie Top Peak

February 10, 2024 - We made it to the Top 10 round of this national competition! From now until March 3, we need your help to get us to the Top 3, by voting daily!

What's New for Winter 2023-24

November 23, 2023 - Ski and ride season has arrived! Find out what's new for the 2023-24 winter season.

Winter 2023-24 Opening Update

Updated December 21, 2023 - Check back often for updates for the winter season.

New West Bowl Express Chairlift Announced!

April 5, 2023 - A brand-new, high speed detachable quad chairlift will open in the alpine for the 2024-25 winter season.

What's New for Winter 2022-23

November 29, 2022 - The Sun Peaks team has been working hard to ensure that the 2022-23 season is our best yet! Learn about some of the new additions in Sun Peaks for this winter.

Winter 2022-23 Opening Update

Updated December 2, 2022 - More snow means more lifts! After 25cm of new snow on Wednesday, we’re happy to share that the Burfield Chairlift will open for the season this Saturday (December 3).

Ikon Pass Adds Sun Peaks For 2022-23

October 4, 2022 - Sun Peaks Resort joins over 50 worldwide destinations on the Ikon Pass for winter 2022-23.

ArtZone Sun Peaks launches 60 Years of Tod Exhibition

February 8, 2022 - ArtZone Sun Peaks launches 60 Years of Tod Exhibition, with works on display in the Upper and Lower Lobby of the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel.

Canada’s Top Instructors Put To The Test in Sun Peaks

February 7, 2022 – Western Canada’s best ski instructors hit the slopes in Sun Peaks recently, competing to represent Canada at the 2023 Interski Congress.

How-To Guide: The New Crystal Conveyor

December 20, 2021 - A step-by-step guide for using the new Crystal loading conveyor like a pro.

All Three Mountains Open This Weekend!

December 10, 2021 - Sundance Express and Orient open this Saturday, December 11.

Terrain Update Winter 2021-22

Updated December 10, 2021 - We're providing you with ongoing updates as we open additional lifts, trails and terrain, and facilities for the winter season. Check back often.

Winter 2021-22 Opening Day Update

Updated November 19, 2021 - Opening day is upon us! An update on which lifts and runs will be ready to go this Saturday.

What's New for Winter 2021-22

Updated November 19, 2021 - Find out what's new in Sun Peaks for the 2021-22 winter season.

Winter 2021-22 Season Passes On Sale Now!

March 18, 2021 - Alpine and Nordic Season Passes are on sale at the best price of the year until April 30. Join us next winter to celebrate 60 years of skiing at Tod Mountain!

All Three Mountains Open to Kick Off Winter 2020-21!

Updated November 20, 2020 - We are excited to officially kick off the ski and snowboard season this Saturday, November 21! It’s lining up to be a fantastic opening day, with all three of our mountains and all major lifts open.

Own a Piece of Sun Peaks History!

October 26, 2020 - This is your chance to purchase a chair from the original Crystal chairlift, which was installed back in 1979!

New Crystal On Track to Kick Off Winter 2020-21!

October 8, 2020 - The new Crystal chairlift project remains on track for a planned opening at the start of the winter season. Check out some in-progress photos of the construction from the past few months to help you get stoked for winter!

Winter 2020-21 Update

Updated September 17, 2020 - Already dreaming of winter? Planning ahead will be key this season, with limited quantities of season passes and lift tickets available. Check out our latest update on winter 2020-21 and lock in your pass during our Best Buy sale period.

Winter 2020-21 Season Pass Update

June 5, 2020 - A price freeze, returning pass holder credits, more flexibility, and a new perk are all part of our 2020-21 Alpine Season Pass plan.

Sun Peaks Resort Joins the Mountain Collective!

June 3, 2020 - We’re excited to announce that Sun Peaks is joining the renowned lineup of resorts in the Mountain Collective for the 2020-21 season.

Jaw-dropping January: Record Snow to Kick-Off 2020!

January 24, 2020 - Over 160cm of snow since 2020 began and our deepest base to-date in 25 years has led to an epic start to the year in Sun Peaks!

All Lifts and All Three Mountains Open This Weekend!

December 18, 2019 - We're excited to announce that all of our lifts and all three mountains will be open as of this Saturday, December 21!

Winter 2019/20 Opening Day Update

Updated November 27 - Get all the info about Opening Day of the ski and snowboard season this Saturday, November 23.

What's New for Winter 2019/20

October 29, 2019 - There are plenty of exciting changes in store this season at Canada’s second largest ski area. Here’s the scoop on what’s new for winter 2019/20!

New Crystal Chairlift Announced!

June 27, 2019 - Following up on significant infrastructure improvements in recent years, Sun Peaks Resort is pleased to announce replacement plans for the Crystal chairlift at Canada’s Second Largest Ski Area.

Final Project Update: New Orient Chairlift Now Open!

December 27, 2018 - Christmas came early this year! At 8:30am on the morning of Christmas Eve, the brand new Orient quad chairlift opened to our guests and residents. Relive the final weeks of construction and opening with our photo recap.

All Three Mountains Now Open!

November 30, 2018 - We're stoked to announce that Sundance and Morrisey open on Friday, November 30! The Nordic trails are also up and running for the season.

Nancy Greene Raine Inducted into Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame

November 27, 2018 - Sun Peaks Resort's favourite Olympian is no stranger to accolades, Hall of Fames, or 'best ever' lists, but this time it's decades of work outside of her sporting achievements that is earning Nancy her latest honour: an induction into the Canadian Tourism Hall of Fame.

Winter 2018/19 Opening Day Update

November 16, 2018 - The wait is almost over! Get all the opening day details before we kick off another fantastic season at Canada’s second largest ski area this Saturday, November 17.

Project Update: Work on the Orient Continues as Winter Looms Large

November 8, 2018 - Snowfalls in early October had our crews reaching for extra layers, but a burst of milder weather over the rest of the month provided perfect conditions for the completion of several key phases in the Orient project.

What's New for Winter 2018/19

November 1, 2018 - There’s plenty of exciting changes happening both on and off the mountain this winter in Sun Peaks. Here’s the lowdown on what’s new for the 2018/19 season.

Project Update: Work Continues on The Orient Chairlift

October 4, 2018 - Despite the first real snowfalls of winter rolling through Sun Peaks over the past few days, work on the new Orient quad chairlift is now in full swing! Check out the latest news and photos from the construction.

Project Update: New Orient Quad

August 17, 2018 - Crews have been hard at work this summer in the early stages of construction of the new Orient quad chairlift. While much of the major work will be completed over the fall, significant progress has already been made on groundwork for the new addition to the resort.

Sun Peaks Resort Announces Significant Investment for 2018

March 28, 2018 - A new chairlift providing improved mountain, village, and ski-in, ski-out access highlights a massive development year at Sun Peaks Resort. Approximately $60 million in activity will be completed or underway this year.

Missing – Ryan Shtuka

February 23, 2018 - 20 year old Ryan Shtuka is missing from Sun Peaks. Search efforts are ongoing and you are asked to contact the RCMP if you have any information.

50th Anniversary Celebrations for Canada’s Golden Girl

February 5, 2018 - You're invited! Join us in Sun Peaks on February 15 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Nancy Greene's legendary gold medal win in the 1968 Grenoble Winter Olympics.

Sun Peaks on Track for One of the Best Openings in History!

November 15, 2017 - We're on track for one of our best openings in history when the lifts start turning on Saturday, November 18! Find out which lifts will be running and what terrain will be open on opening day.

What's New for Winter 2017/18

October 27, 2017 - Autumn colours are crowning the mountains and the first snowfalls have dusted the village, so we’re eagerly counting down the days to the opening of the chairlifts on Saturday, November 18. Here’s the low down on what’s new for winter 2017/18.

A New Look for Resort Food & Beverage

October 3, 2017 - This winter is set to be a big one for the Sun Peaks Resort LLP food and beverage operations! Today’s update gives you a sneak peek at the new culinary direction for our on-mountain dining experience, further progress on building construction, and an introduction to the resort’s new Executive Chef.

Resort Projects Charging Ahead

August 25, 2017 - While another summer begins to wind down and thoughts turn eagerly to the first snowflakes of the winter, construction crews are hard at work across Sun Peaks during one of our busiest ever development years.

The Quiet Evolution Boldly Continues

March 21, 2017 - We’re pleased to announce major infrastructure projects through a multi-million dollar investment and commitment to continue moving Sun Peaks forward as a leading mountain resort destination.

New Ski Cross Course Now Open!

February 20, 2017 - Sundance Mountain is now home to a brand new ski and boarder cross course, open daily. Find out how the course came to fruition and be sure to glide on by and give it a whirl!