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  • Banff Sunshine Village is Canada’s First Ski Resort Open for the 2025/26 Season


    BANFF, Alberta, November 3, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    Banff Sunshine Village officially opened yesterday morning, Sunday, November 2, making it the first ski resort in Canada to welcome skiers and riders for the 2025/26 winter season. This potentially marks the earliest opening in the resort’s 98-year history. This year’s opening for Banff Sunshine Village is about a week earlier than both their anticipated opening day and last season’s opening day.

    On Sunday, guests were encouraged to hit the slopes dressed in their Halloween costume. Strawberry Express and the Learning Area opened for skiers and snowboarders. All terrain of Strawberry Express is open, including the 7-feature terrain park with two jib lines – one small and one medium.

    “It is so exciting to be the first ski resort in the country to open for the season,” shares Kendra Scurfield, VP of Communications at Banff Sunshine Village. “This is the earliest opening in our corporate memory – We are thrilled to welcome back skiers and snowboarders for another incredible season at Sunshine!”

    To celebrate the early opening, Banff Sunshine Village invited guests to show their love for the Blue Jays by wearing a jersey or celebrating the spooky season with a Halloween costume. The Banff Sunshine Village team was onsite handing out $10 vouchers to those in costume or showing their Jays’ spirit. Over 100 vouchers were given away to happy skiers and snowboarders.

    Located in Banff National Park, Banff Sunshine Village is known for having one of North America’s longest ski season. Just last week, Banff Sunshine was named SKI magazine’s Top 30 Resorts in the West and number 2 overall in the magazine prestigious reader’s poll for the second year in a roll. The resort features over 3,300 acres of skiable terrain spread across three mountains and 137 runs, featuring what is often called Canada’s Best Snow.

    Early season ticket pricing is in effect until the resort opens more fully. Information on terrain and mountain updates can be found on the resort’s Instagram (@sunshinevillage) and Facebook (Banff Sunshine Village). A proud member of both Mountain Collective Pass and IKON Pass, for more details on Banff Sunshine Village, its offerings and how to purchase a lift ticket or a season pass, visit skibanff.com.

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    About Banff Sunshine Village:

    Perched at 7,000 feet (2,133 meters) above sea level, Banff Sunshine Village is nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. Renowned for its all-natural snow, this world-class resort attracts skiers and snowboarders from around the globe during its impressive seven-month winter season, running from mid-November to late May. Come late June, the landscape transforms as summer arrives at Banff Sunshine Meadows, where Alberta’s native wildflowers blanket hundreds of pristine, protected alpine acres in a vibrant display of color. From carving turns on Canada’s Best Snow in the winter to hiking through breathtaking mountain meadows in the summer, Banff Sunshine offers an unparalleled year-round escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

    For press inquiries, please contact:

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    Kendra Scurfield
    VP of Marketing, Brand and Communications
    kscurfield@skibanff.com
    +1-403-830-7946

    Buse Kayar
    busek@accessnewswire.com

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  • Banff Sunshine Village Ranked Among Ski Magazine’s Top Three Ski Resorts in the West


    BANFF, Alberta, October 30, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    SKI Magazine announced the results of its Annual Readers Poll of ‘The 30 Best Ski Resorts in the West,’ with Banff Sunshine Village ranking as top Canadian resort and #2 resort overall.

    Throughout the ski industry, SKI Magazine’s annual Resort’s Poll Reader’s Choice is considered the pinnacle of resort operation excellence. Each year, SKI Magazine invites readers across North America to rank their favourite ski destinations in its Reader Resort Survey, which gathers nearly 20,000 responses. Through the survey resorts are evaluated by skiers across 17 different criteria including core metrics like snow quality, and grooming and guest services to lighter elements like lodging, nightlife, and après-ski experiences. For a resort to make the list a minimum number of survey responses is required. For Banff Sunshine, the Alberta resort has now landed in Ski Mag’s top 5 resorts in north America for 4 consecutive winters. Over the past four years, Banff Sunshine has inched their way up, one spot at a time from #5 in 2022 to #2 in 2026. The full list of winners is available at: skimag.com.

    “All I can say is THANK YOU SKI Magazine readers! Making SKI Magazine’s annual 30 Best in The West is something we strive for – by focusing on delivering the best guest experience possible throughout resort. Making the top 5, 4 out of the past 5 years in a row – is as sweet as the deepest powder we’ve every skied – coming in at #2 is literally the cherry on top,” shares Kendra Scurfield, VP of Communications at Banff Sunshine Village. “The annual readers’ poll is the industry’s most respected resort rankings. Our inclusion highlights the team effort and dedication to bringing the magic of Banff Sunshine to life. As a resort it’s our mission to deliver the best guest experience we can through a fun and safe experience. The accolade inspires us to keep working to wow our guests in all we do.”

    Located in Banff National Park, Banff Sunshine Village is known for having one of North America’s longest ski seasons, offering ski-in/ski-out accommodations and world-class runs spanning three mountains of diverse terrain, featuring what’s often called Canada’s Best Snow. The resort has long been an innovator in the Canadian ski space, being the first resort to allow Snowboarding back in 1998, investing in a fleet of modern lifts including Canada’s first heated lift, Teepee Town LX, and the all new Super Angel Luxury Express featuring evo technology – the first of it’s kind in North America. This marks the resort’s fourth year being voted one of the world’s top 5 ski destinations, and the second consecutive year on the podium. In 2024/25, Banff Sunshine Village ranked third in North America.

    The Annual Readers Poll of The 30 Best Ski Resorts in the West are published on skimag.com.

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    About Banff Sunshine Village:

    Perched at 7,000 feet (2,133 meters) above sea level, Banff Sunshine Village is nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. Renowned for its all-natural snow, this world-class resort attracts skiers and snowboarders from around the globe during its impressive seven-month winter season, running from mid-November to late May. Come late June, the landscape transforms as summer arrives at Banff Sunshine Meadows, where Alberta’s native wildflowers blanket hundreds of pristine, protected alpine acres in a vibrant display of color. From carving turns on Canada’s Best Snow in the winter to hiking through breathtaking mountain meadows in the summer, Banff Sunshine offers an unparalleled year-round escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

    For press inquiries, please contact:

    Kendra Scurfield
    Banff Sunshine Village
    kscurfield@skibanff.com

    Buse Kayar
    busek@accessnewswire.com

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  • Banff Sunshine Village Recognized by ‘Condé Nast Traveler’s’ 2025 Readers’ Choice Award as #2 Ski Resort in Canada


    BANFF, Alberta, October 8, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    “Condé Nast Traveler” announced today the results of its Annual Readers’ Choice Awards with Banff Sunshine Village recognized as the #2 Ski Resort in Canada and the top-ranked ski resort in Alberta.

    “Condé Nast Traveler” received more than 757,000 survey responses from readers across the United States, rating their travel experiences worldwide. The Reader’s Choice Awards, the travel industry’s longest-running and most prestigious accolades, remain a leading benchmark of excellence and recognition of global travel. The full list of winners can be found here.

    “Being ranked among Canada’s top ski resorts is exciting for every member of our team,” shares Kendra Scurfield, VP of Communications at Banff Sunshine Village. “This recognition reflects the hard work and dedication that go into creating top-tier and memorable experiences for our guests and motivates us to keep raising the bar each season.”

    Located in Banff National Park, Banff Sunshine Village is known for having one of North America’s longest ski seasons, offering ski-in/ski-out accommodations and world-class runs spanning three mountains of diverse terrain, featuring what’s often called Canada’s Best Snow. This marks the resort’s second consecutive year being voted one of the world’s top ski destinations. In 2024, Banff Sunshine Village ranked third in North America.

    The 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards are published on “Condé Nast Traveler’s” website at cntraveler.com/rca and featured in the November issue.

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    About Banff Sunshine Village:

    Perched at 7,000 feet (2,133 meters) above sea level, Banff Sunshine Village is nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. Renowned for its all-natural snow, this world-class resort attracts skiers and snowboarders from around the globe during its impressive seven-month winter season, running from mid-November to late May. Come late June, the landscape transforms as summer arrives at Banff Sunshine Meadows, where Alberta’s native wildflowers blanket hundreds of pristine, protected alpine acres in a vibrant display of color. From carving turns on Canada’s Best Snow in the winter to hiking through breathtaking mountain meadows in the summer, Banff Sunshine offers an unparalleled year-round escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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  • Banff Sunshine Meadows to Host Stoney Nakoda Watäga Dancers and Singers


    BANFF, Alberta, August 28, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    Banff Sunshine Village is honoured to welcome the Stoney Nakoda Watäga Dancers and Singers for a weekend of cultural celebration on September 6th and 7th at Sunshine Meadows.

    Banff Sunshine Village acknowledges that Banff National Park lies within the traditional and ancestral territory of the Stoney Nakoda First Nation and Tsuut’ina Nation, as well as the Blackfoot Confederacy, which includes the Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika Nations. We also recognize Treaties 6, 7, and 8, and the Métis peoples who reside in Alberta. For generations, the lands and waters of Banff National Park have been places of sustenance, ceremony, travel, and trade for Indigenous peoples.

    In celebration of this rich heritage, Banff Sunshine has invited the Stoney Nakoda Watäga Dancers and Singers to share their traditions through song, dance, and storytelling. Visitors are invited to experience Indigenous culture in the alpine setting of Sunshine Meadows, surrounded by panoramic mountain views.

    Guests can enjoy two live performances each day at 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM, with opportunities to connect with the dancers and singers throughout the village to learn more about the history and stories of the land.

    Participation in the performances is included with a valid gondola sightseeing pass.

    “We are grateful for the opportunity to share first nations culture with our guests, through welcoming the Stoney Nakoda Watäga Dancers and Singers to Sunshine Meadows,” said Kendra Scurfield, VP of Marketing, Brand & Communications at Banff Sunshine Village. “The cultural performances will showcase the beauty of the stony culture, and touch on the importance of the land we’re lucky enough to call home.”

    For more information about the event and gondola passes, visit www.skibanff.com and www.banffsunshinemeadows.com.

    About Banff Sunshine:

    Banff Sunshine Village is home of Canada’s Best Snow, Canada’s Hottest Lifts, Banff’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel Sunshine Mountain Lodge, and Canada’s Best Spring Skiing. The resort is famous for its extra-long ski and snowboard season which spans from early November until late May. Located just 90 minutes west of Calgary’s International Airport, and 15 minutes west of the town of Banff, Banff Sunshine Village is wide-open for skiing and snowboarding until May 19th, 2025.

    Contact Information

    Kendra Scurfield
    VP of Marketing, Brand and Communications
    kscurfield@skibanff.com
    +1-403-830-7946

    Buse Kayar
    busek@accessnewswire.com

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  • The Coolest Party in the Canadian Rockies, Slush Cup Monday, May 19th, 2025!


    BANFF, Alberta, May 19, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    For nearly a century, Banff Sunshine Village has celebrated the end of the ski season with a “water ski, or pond skim.” The resort is credited to being the North American birthplace for pond skimming. It’s believed the tradition was started by two friends, Cyril Paris and Peter White, back in 1928. The two were enjoying a spring ski, when they came upon the resorts infamous run, ‘waterfall.’ One supposedly dared the other to ski the water run and the rest is now history. Legend has it, the first pond skimmer on record at Sunshine Village dates back to 1928.

    At Banff Sunshine, what started as a friendly dare, has morphed and grown from a campy staff event, to a three-day festival that builds up to the Rockies coolest party, Slush Cup. This year’s Slush Cup is happening Monday, May 19th at Banff Sunshine.

    “You know, winter is who we are. As the snow melts, we want to throw a proper goodbye party for our favorite season-winter,” says Ralph Scurfield, CEO of Banff Sunshine Village. “Our goal is to each year throw a bigger and better Slush Cup party.”

    This year marks the resort’s 95thSlush Cup (it would be 97, but COVID happened.) For the 95thSlush Cup, the Canadian Resort has invited the University of Calgary Artistic Swim Team to perform the first splash of the event. Following the synchronized swimmers performance, the first contestant will attempt to hit the Slush Cup jump and skim across the 110 ft pool of snow cold melt water. Last year, 100 competitors competed for the crown of Mr. & Ms. Slush Cup.

    “If you love winter fun as much as we do, this is your invite to join us on for a fun-filled weekend at Banff Sunshine,” Says Scurfield.

    The resort is encouraging guests to embrace the theme, Disco Snow Angel. For participants daring enough to attempt the legendary Slush Cup, the resort encourages all guest to arrive at the Village Sprung Tent early, as registration opens at 8 AM on May 19th, 2025.

    For guests hoping to partake in the festivities, access to the Slush Cup festivities is FREE with a Sunshine Season Pass, Spring Pass, lift ticket or sightseeing ticket.

    About Banff Sunshine: Banff Sunshine Village is home of Canada’s Best Snow, Canada’s Hottest Lifts, Banff’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel Sunshine Mountain Lodge, and Canada’s Best Spring Skiing. The resort is famous for its extra-long ski and snowboard season which spans from early November until late May. Located just 90 minutes west of Calgary’s International Airport, and 15 minutes west of the town of Banff, Banff Sunshine Village is wide-open for skiing and snowboarding until May 19th, 2025.

    For more information about Slush Cup Long Weekend, contact Kendra Scurfield at media@skibanff.com.

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  • Two More Weeks of Canada’s Best Spring Skiing & Snowboarding at the World-Class Banff Sunshine Village in the Canadian Rockies!


    BANFF, Alberta, May 6, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    Spring shines bright at Banff Sunshine, the iconic Canadian Rockies ski & snowboard resort. With a ski and snowboard season that stretches from early November to late May, Banff Sunshine Village is internationally renowned for being home to Canada’s Best Spring Skiing and Snowboarding. This year, skiers and snowboarders can carve up the wide open slopes of Sunshine Village until Slush Cup Monday, May 19th, 2025.

    With two full weeks left to enjoy Canada’s Best Spring Skiing, the Banff based resort is turning up the heat on their spring events.

    “Spring shines at Banff Sunshine,” says Kendra Scurfield, VP Brand and Communications at Banff Sunshine Village. “Spring at Sunshine Village is my personal favorite time of year. The snow is superb, the weather is warm, and the village is a vibe. Each year, our goal is to make our spring events a little more extra as we lean into the fun of spring skiing at Banff Sunshine. This spring we’re excited to introduce a couple new events, including the Sunshine Stampede, and the upcoming Leg Burner Banked Slalom.”

    This upcoming Saturday, the Banff resort has teamed up with Snowboard Canada and double Beijing Paralympic snowboard medalist, Tyler Turner for the first ever ‘Leg Burner Banked Slalom.’ The all-ages charity event is open to snowboarders of all levels, with proceed raised going to support Canadian Paralympic Snowboard Athletes.

    Starting Saturday May 17th, the resort celebrates it’s 95th Slush Cup Long Weekend. Over the years, the event has grown from a campy end-of-season celebration to a three-day festival that welcomes winter lovers from around the world as they say, “ski ya later winter.” The three-day Slush Cup festival kicks off on Saturday, May 17th, with the SlushShine Rail Jam, followed by Watergate Banked Slalom on Sunday, May 18th, and the marque event, Slush Cup, on May 19th, 2025.

    Banff Sunshine’s Slush Cup is the longest running end-of-season pond-skimming event in North America. One hundred hopefuls will attempt to ski across the 110-foot pool of melt water, as they compete for the crown of Mr. and Ms. Slush Cup. Participants will be judged based on execution, completion, style, costume, and attitude. This year’s event will be judged by a panel of Canadian Winter Olympians including Mikaël Kingsbury, Rachael Karker, Tyler Turner and Brendan Mackay.

    “Slush Cup is my favorite day of the year,” says Jenna Lee. “I’ve been skiing at Sunshine for over 20 years and have not missed a Slush Cup yet. It’s just so much fun. Whether you plan ski, watch the event, or compete, Slush Cup is the absolute most fun you can have in ski boots!”

    A full list of events, including Banff Sunshine’s Untracked Concert Series and Mom’s Ski Free Mother’s Day can be found on skibanff.com. Access to all Sunshine events is free with a lift ticker or Sunshine Season Pass.

    About Banff Sunshine:

    Banff Sunshine Village is home of Canada’s Best Snow, Canada’s Hottest Lifts, Banff’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel Sunshine Mountain Lodge, and Canada’s Best Spring Skiing. The resort is famous for its extra-long ski and snowboard season which spans from early November until late May. Located just 90 minutes west of Calgary’s International Airport, and 15 minutes west of the town of Banff, Banff Sunshine Village is wide-open for skiing and snowboarding until May 19th, 2025.

    For more information about Spring at Sunshine Village, contact Kendra Scurfield at media@skibanff.com.

    Contact Information

    Kendra Scurfield
    Director of Brand and Communications
    kscurfield@skibanff.com
    +1-403-830-7946

    Buse Kayar
    busek@accessnewswire.com

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  • Canada’s Best Spring Skiing and Riding Season, The Rockies’ Banff Sunshine Village Kicks Off the Untracked Concert Series!


    BANFF, ALBERTA, April 5, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    Are you ready to ROCK out in the Canadian Rockies? April 5 th & 6 th mark the return of Banff Sunshine Village ‘s highly anticipated Untracked Concert Series presented by Coors Light. Banff Sunshine’s Untracked Concert Series runs weekly, from now until May 19 th , Slush Cup Long Weekend.

    “Spring is when we truly shine,” says Kendra Scurfield, VP Brand & Communications at the iconic Banff resort. “As other resorts close up for the season, we at Banff Sunshine carve into our fun and sunny season, the Spring Ski Season. Thanks to our location high on the Continental Divide, guests from around the world flock to Banff Sunshine to enjoy Canada’s Best Spring Skiing and Snowboarding.”

    Starting the weekend of April 5 th , 2025, skiers, snowboarders, and people who just want to come up to enjoy live music in the mountains can head to Banff Sunshine Village for their free (with lift ticket) spring concert series. This year’s lineup features exclusively Canadian talent.

    To kick-start the concert series, Edmonton’s Scenic Route to Alaska will take to the stage set up in the Trapper’s Snow Garden. Performance times for the Untracked Concert Series are 1:00 PM & 2:15 PM every Saturday and Sunday, now until Banff Sunshine’s closing weekend. Each concert will be paired with a theme, encouraging guests to get into character. April 5 th & 6 th kick off seven weekends of spring concerts, themes and events. Discounts on lift tickets will be offered to spring skiers and snowboarders dressed up in the weekend theme.

    Spring skiing at Sunshine Village offers the best of both worlds, from carving up Canada’s Best Snow on the pristine slopes of Canada’s highest ski and snowboard resort, to lively après ski family-friendly festivities in the luxurious Canadian Rockies. Click here for a full list of spring events & weekend themes!

    “At Banff Sunshine, we’re wide-open for skiing and snowboarding until May 19 th , 2025. There’s lots of time left to hit the slopes and make incredible spring skiing memories,” says Scurfield.

    About Banff Sunshine: Banff Sunshine Village is home of Canada’s Best Snow, Canada’s Hottest Lifts, Banff’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel Sunshine Mountain Lodge, and Canada’s Best Spring Skiing. The resort is celebrated for its extra-long ski and snowboard season which spans from early November until late May. Located just 90 minutes west of Calgary International Airport, and 15 minutes west of the town of Banff, Banff Sunshine Village is wide-open for skiing and snowboarding until May 19 th , 2025.

    For more information about Spring at Sunshine Village, contact Kendra Scurfield at kscurfield@skibanff.com or call 403-830-7946.

    Contact Information

    Kendra Scurfield
    Director of Brand and Communications
    kscurfield@skibanff.com
    +1-403-830-7946

    Buse Kayar
    busek@accessnewswire.com

    Source: Banff Sunshine Village

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  • Banff Sunshine Village Extends its Lift Hours for Canada’s Best Spring Skiing and Riding!


    BANFF, Alberta, March 21, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    Viva la Sushine! Ski Season is still going strong at Canada’s highest ski and snowboard resort, Banff Sunshine Village. With a ski and snowboard season that stretches from early November to late May, Banff Sunshine is renowned for Canada’s Best Spring Skiing and Riding. With the arrival of spring, Banff Sunshine Village extends its chairlift times to 4:30 pm and 5:00 pm for Jackrabbit to allow guests to enjoy an extra couple of spring time runs.

    “Spring is the best time to ski Sunshine,” exclaims Kendra Scurfield, VP brand and communications at Banff Sunshine Village. “Our resort really comes to life in the spring. Spring at Sunshine is about fun in the snow and sun. Traditionally, March and April are our snowiest months. To help our guest make the most of their spring ski day, we have extended our lift times to allow skiers and snowboarders to enjoy the longer hours of sunshine at Sunshine.”

    In true March fashion, the month has been Banff Sunshine’s snowiest of the season so far, with 91cm (over 2 feet) of Canada’s Best Snow accumulating in the first half of the month. This year, the iconic Canadian Rocky Mountain resort, located just 90 minutes west of Calgary’s International Airport is wide open daily for skiing and snowboarding until May 19th, 2025. Skiers and snowboarders of Banff Sunshine Village save with a Sunshine Spring Pass. An Adult Spring Pass skis off in just 4 visits, offering pass holders access to the resorts entire spring events line.

    Canada’s Best Spring Skiing and Riding at Banff Sunshine is all about fun in the Sunshine and family-friendly weekend events. Starting in April, the Untracked Concert Series presented by Coors Light takes over the Mad Trappers Beer Garden every Saturday & Sunday with live music from local DJs and artists for ultimate spring après vibes in the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

    “I’ll say it again, spring at Banff Sunshine is the BEST time to enjoy our mountain resort! As the days get longer and warmer, we welcome skiers and snowboarders of all levels to our Rocky Mountain resort. For those new to snow sports, spring is a great time to sign up for a lesson with the Sunshine Ski and Snowboard School,” said Scurfield.

    With longer ski days and a longer ski season, it’s easy to ski why Spring Shines at Banff Sunshine. The resort urges riders to make the most of the spring ski and snowboard season with a Banff Sunshine Village 2025 Spring Season Pass. Adult Spring Passes are $660 + GST.

    About Banff Sunshine Village: Located 7,200 feet above sea level (2,133 meters), high on the continental divide in the Canadian Rockies, you’ll find Banff Sunshine Village. The world-class mountain resort offers skiers and snowboarders over 3,580 acres of skiable terrain across three mountains. The resort is home to Banff National Park’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel, Sunshine Mountain Lodge. Voted Ski Magazine’s Best Canadian Resort for 2024, Banff Sunshine Village is famous for being home to Canada’s Best Snow, Canada’s hottest lifts, and Canada’s longest non-glacial ski and snowboard season. Guests of the resort marvel at the immersive mountain scenery and family-friendly atmosphere. The Banff resort is now open daily until May 19, 2025, for the 2024/25 ski and snowboard season.

    For more information about Spring at Sunshine Village, contact Kendra Scurfield at kscurfield@skibanff.com or call 403-830-7946.

    Contact Information

    Kendra Scurfield
    Director of Brand and Communications
    kscurfield@skibanff.com
    +1-403-830-7946

    Buse Kayar
    busek@accessnewswire.com

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  • Snow Stories and the Spirit of the Canadian Rockies, Listen to Banff Sunshine’s ‘For the Love of Winter’ Podcast


    BANFF, Alberta, February 14, 2025 (Newswire.com)
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    Looking for a way to share their love of winter with the world, Banff Sunshine Village, Ski Magazine’s 2024 overall winner for resort satisfaction, has launched “For the Love of Winter,” a podcast that aims to explore the cultural love affair skiers and snowboarders have with winter and the on snow memories that shape the people they become.

    Episodes of the podcast feature guests from a multitude of industries and backgrounds. In season one, Tyler Turner, Rachael Karker, Liam Gill, Kombi President and CEO Mark Pascal and many more share their winter loving stories. In season two, “For the Love of Winter’s,” guest list is heating up. Guests range from Banff Sunshine Village team members to hall of fame athletes to other ski industry personnel including Darren Cole, Leitner-Poma of America CEO.

    Notable season two episodes include: Ian Curran, Sunshine’s Mountain Operations Manager, 6X Stanley Cup winner Kevin Lowe, Bronco’s Captain Alex Singleton, and Beijing Olympic gold medallist in boardercross Lindsey Jacobellis.

    “The mountains are full of stories, as are skiers and snowboarders. Through ‘For the Love of Winter,’ we’re hoping to share joyful stories of winter and the transformative power skiing and snowboarding can have on the people who call themselves skiers/snowboarders,” said Kendra Scurfield, host of “For the Love of Winter.”

    Whether you’re a long-time skier, an occasional snow sports enthusiast, flirting with trying skiing, or born to après – you’ll enjoy the intimate conversations of “For the Love of Winter.”

    Listen to “For the Love of Winter” wherever you get your podcasts including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

    For more information about “For the Love of Winter” podcast, contact Kendra Scurfield at kscurfield@skibanff.com or call 403-830-7946.

    About Banff Sunshine Village: Located 7,200 feet above sea level (2,133 meters), high on the continental divide in the Canadian Rockies, you’ll find Banff Sunshine Village. The world-class mountain resort offers skiers and snowboarders over 3,580 acres of skiable terrain across three mountains. The resort is home to Banff National Park’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel, Sunshine Mountain Lodge. Voted Ski Magazine’s Best Canadian Resort for 2024, Banff Sunshine Village is famous for being home to Canada’s Best Snow, Canada’s hottest lifts, and Canada’s longest non-glacial ski and snowboard season. Guests of the resort marvel at the immersive mountain scenery and family-friendly atmosphere. The Banff resort is now open daily until May 19, 2025, for the 2024/25 ski and snowboard season.

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  • Super Angel Luxury Express is Open for Skiing and Riding at Banff Sunshine Village!


    Online, December 11, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    On November 16th, Banff Sunshine Village made history as the famed Canadian Rockies resort celebrated the grand opening of Super Angel Luxury Express. Banff Sunshine’s Super Angel LX is North America’s first six-passenger, heated bucket seat, bubble lift that features Leitner-Poma’s EVO technology and a direct drive motor.

    Voted Ski Magazine’s overall satisfaction winner in the magazine’s annual reader’s poll, this winter at Banff Sunshine Village, skiers and snowboarders can now enjoy the cold smoke powder in between hot rides. The Banff resort is now home to two heated, luxury chairlifts, Super Angel LX and Teepee Town LX.

    The world-class Canadian ski and snowboard resort proudly welcomes its new six-passenger, luxury, heated chairlift, Super Angel LX to its Rocky Mountain slopes. The new chairlift is the first of its kind in North America to feature premium Leitner-Poma EVO technology, providing guests with a smoother, faster and quieter ride up Lookout Mountain.

    Hundreds gathered for Super Angel’s first flight, including three-time Olympian and Crazy Canuk Dave Irwin, Olympic Medalist Rachael Karker, Banff Sunshine’s President & CEO Ralph Scurfield, and Leitner-Poma of America President, Daren Cole.

    “The Super Angel lift is a truly amazing project. The success of the build is a testament to the long-standing partnership between Banff Sunshine and Leitner-Poma of America,” shared Daren Cole, Leitner-Poma of America President.

    Prior to the boarding of the first chair, Elders from the Chiniki, Goodstoney, and Bearspaw First Nation performed a blessing to protect the chair and thank the land. Immediately following the blessing, the ribbon was cut, and Super Angel’s first chair carrying Ralph Scurfield and family members embarked on its maiden flight. This marked the start of Super Angel LX’s inaugural ride with a ribbon-cutting, leading the Scurfield family up Super Angel LX’s first ascent.

    “Transforming Banff Sunshine Village into a world-class resort has taken a generation that started in 1988 with the construction of Angel Express, the Canadian Rockies first high-speed chairlift. Over the past 35 years, every improvement to the resort has been with the goal of running a world-class ski and snowboard resort worthy of its location in Banff National Park, Canada’s first National Park. It’s our belief that Super Angel LX will improve the guest experience for all. At Banff Sunshine, we are grateful to all our partners including Leitner-Poma who has built 8 of our 12 lifts, and to our community of passionate winter enthusiasts,” shares Ralph Scurfield, Banff Sunshine Village President & CEO.

    In the spirit of the heaves, guests celebrating the grand opening of Super Angel LX were given light blue angel wings to wear as they flew up North America’s nicest lift. Super Angel Luxury Express raises the bar for guest experience. With two heated chairlifts at Sunshine Village, skiers and snowboarders of all levels are able to stay warm as the enjoy more thrills on the slopes. The resort anticipates that Super Angel LX, will be flying for the next 38 years.

    About Banff Sunshine Village: Located 7,200 feet above sea level (2,133 meters) high on the continental divide in the Canadian Rockies you’ll find Banff Sunshine Village. The world-class mountain resort offers skiers and snowboarders over 3,580 acres of skiable terrain across three mountains. The resort is home to Banff National Park’s only ski-in, ski-out hotel, Sunshine Mountain Lodge. Voted Ski Magazine’s best Canadian Resort for 2024, Banff Sunshine Village is famous for being home to: Canada’s Best Snow, Canada’s hottest lifts, and Canada’s longest non-glacial ski and snowboard season. Guests of the resort marvel at the resort’s immersive mountain scenery, and family-friendly atmosphere. The Banff resort is now open daily until May 19th, 2025 for the 2024/25 ski and snowboard season.

    For more information about the Super Angel Luxury Express and Banff Sunshine Village, contact Kendra Scurfield at kscurfield@skibanff.com, or call 403-830-7946.

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  • Super Angel LX, Now Flying at Banff Sunshine Village


    BANFF, Alberta, November 16, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    Saturday, November 16th, will go down in ski history as the start of a new Super Era at popular Canadian Rocky Mountain ski and snowboard resort Banff Sunshine Village, thanks to the grand opening of Super Angel LX, the first Leitner-Poma EVO technology, high speed, six-passenger, heated bubble lift to be built in North America.

    The new six-passenger, Super Angel Luxury Express replaces a four-passenger highspeed quad chair that was initially built in 1988. At the time, Angel Express made history as the first high-speed quad built in the Canadian Rockies. Like its predecessor, the new Super Angel six-passenger, high-speed chair will change how skiers and snowboarders enjoy winter in the Canadian Rockies with features like heated bucket seats, individual footrests, and a spacious yellow bubble. Built by Leitner-Poma of America, Super Angel was designed for comfort. The lift features proprietary EVO technology. This technology promises a smoother, quieter, and more comfortable ride.

    The new Super Angel LX is the resort’s second heated lift. The new Super Angel will fly skiers and snowboarders up a vertical gain of 1,244 ft (roughly the height of the Empire State Building) in just over five minutes. Passengers aboard the new Super Angel LX fly at 5.08 meters per second comfortably in heated, cushioned seats, all under a bright yellow protective cover. Soaring 2,400 passengers per hour, Super Angel LX’s 74 bubble chairs significantly reduce lift line wait times, providing guests with more time to carve up the 3,358 skiable acres on the slopes of Sunshine Village. 

    “At Banff Sunshine, everything we do, we do to improve the guest experience. It is our goal to operate a resort worthy of our location in Banff National Park, Canada’s first national park. The decision to replace Angel Express with Super Angel Luxury Express was a decision to improve the guest experience for skiers and snowboarders at Banff Sunshine. Super Angel is our marquee lift, with terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.” – Ralph Scurfield, CEO/President Banff Sunshine Village.

    Proudly independent, Banff Sunshine Village has been Canadian family owned and operated since 1981. The resort operates under the axiom of safety, service, fun, and continuous improvement. Popular for its natural snow, diverse terrain, and fleet of modern lifts, Banff Sunshine Village offers an equitable split of ski and snowboard runs ranging from beginner to expert.

    Super Angel Luxury Express is Sunshine Village’s second heated chairlift in its fleet of nine lifts, spanning 3,358 acres across three mountains – Lookout Mountain, Goat’s Eye Mountain, and Mount Standish. The resort is part of the Ikon Pass, Mountain Collective Pass, and SkiBig3 Pass.

    About Banff Sunshine Village: Located 7,000 feet above sea level (2,133 meters) lives Banff Sunshine Village, nestled between the peaks of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. The world-class resort is known for its all-natural snow, complete with breathtaking alpine scenery and family-friendly atmosphere during its seven-month-long winter season, spanning from mid-November to late May. The fully serviced Canadian Rockies resort opened its 2024/25 winter season on November 8th, 2024.

    For more information about the 2024/25 Sunshine Super Card and winter at Banff Sunshine Village, contact Kendra Scurfield at kscurfield@skibanff.com, or call 403-830-7946.

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  • The 2024/25 Ski and Snowboard Season Returns to the Slopes of Banff Sunshine Village


    BANFF, Alberta, November 7, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    The much-anticipated ski and snowboard season on Canada’s Best Snow has officially kicked off at Banff Sunshine Village. Friday, November 8, marks the beginning of seven months of skiing and riding during Canada’s longest non-glacial ski season at the premier resort in the Canadian Rockies. 

    Grab your gear and Banff Sunshine Season Pass and head to the slopes of Banff Sunshine Village! Enjoy carving up Canada’s Best Snow amid the stunning Canadian Rockies.

    Located within Banff National Park, Sunshine Village is renowned for its world-class terrain, breathtaking alpine views, and an extended season that stretches from early November until the Victoria Day May long weekend (Monday, May 19, 2025). Sunshine Village offers over 3,300 acres of skiable terrain suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to expert thrill-seekers. Known for its dry, natural champagne powder, thanks to its high position on the continental divide, Banff Sunshine offers prime skiing and snowboarding conditions with seven months of consistent snowfall in the Canadian Rockies. 

    “We are thrilled to welcome guests back for an unforgettable season on Canada’s Best Snow,” says Kendra Scurfield, VP of Brand, Marketing, and Communications at Banff Sunshine Village. “With fresh powder falling on our Rocky Mountain slopes, we’re excited to deliver another amazing season this winter.”

    New this 2024/25 winter season, Banff Sunshine introduces the Super Angel Luxury Express. Sunshine Village is home to North America’s first six-passenger, heated luxury chairlift with Leitner-Poma of America’s EVO technology, reducing ride times and allowing skiers and riders more time to enjoy the slopes.

    Guests of Sunshine Mountain Lodge enjoy slopeside accommodations at the only ski-in, ski-out hotel in Banff National Park, where cozy luxury, après-ski relaxation, and breathtaking views await.

    Spend your ski and snowboard season on the slopes of the one and only Banff Sunshine Village, just 90 minutes west of Calgary!

    About Banff Sunshine Village: 
    Known for its all-natural snow, skiers and riders visit the premier alpine resort during its seven-month-long winter ski season, spanning from early November to late May. Starting late June, summer blooms up at Banff Sunshine Meadows, as Alberta’s natural wildflowers paint hundreds of untouched and preserved acres with a vibrant and colorful landscape. From skiing and riding on Canada’s Best Snow in the winter to hiking the Sunshine Meadows during the summer, Banff Sunshine is the ultimate year-round destination for nature enthusiasts. The fully serviced Canadian Rockies resort is open November 8, 2024, for winter operations.

    For more information about Banff Sunshine Village, please visit skibanff.com or email Kendra Scurfield, VP of Marketing, Brand and Communications at kscurfield@skibanff.com

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  • The Best Deal of the Season, the 2024/25 Banff Sunshine Super Card is on Sale for Only $129+GST

    The Best Deal of the Season, the 2024/25 Banff Sunshine Super Card is on Sale for Only $129+GST


    BANFF, Alberta, October 21, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    The 2024/25 Banff Sunshine Super Card is officially here for only $129+GST, offering skiers and snowboarders a cost-effective way to carve up Canada’s Best Snow in the Canadian Rockies. All winter long, skiers and riders flock to the slopes of Banff Sunshine Village using their Sunshine Super Card.  

    The unbeatable Sunshine Super Card gives skiers and riders access to three free skiable days during their first, fourth and seventh visit to the Rockies’ top resorts: Banff Sunshine Village, Jasper’s Marmot Basin, or Revelstoke Mountain Resort. 

    Cardholders get an exclusive bonus free day at WinSport (Calgary,) Rabbit Hill, or Snow Valley (Edmonton,) totaling to four free days of skiing or riding. 

    Receive $50 off a regular price, full-day midweek lift ticket (Monday-Thursday) and daily in November and May. Take $30 off on weekends and holidays with a Sunshine Super Card.

    Outdoor enthusiasts can purchase their Super Card for only $129+GST on shop.skibanff.com or at select stores for a physical card. Choose between the Classic Super Card or the Mobile/Direct-To-Lift Super Card. Exclusive at Banff Sunshine, the Mobile/Direct-To-Lift Super Card automatically charges your credit card on your first scan of the day at our Gondola, allowing guests to bypass the ticket window. 

    “Download the Sunshine Village App and upload your Mobile/Direct-to-Lift Super Card code right to your phone. Scan your phone at the Sunshine Village Gondola for more time on the mountain!” shares Kendra Scurfield, VP of Brand, Marketing and Communications. “It really is the best deal to carve up our island in the sky this winter!” 

    New for the 2024/25 season, the Sunshine Super Card includes access to Banff Sunshine’s newest chairlift — Super Angel Luxury Express. Super Angel LX will be Banff Sunshine’s second heated chairlift, featuring six-passenger, heated bucket seats and a yellow protective cover.

    Enjoy incredible savings on lift tickets all season long with the 2024/25 Sunshine Super Card. The Sunshine Super Card is on sale starting October 16, 2024, and prices are set to increase after December 25, 2024. 

    About Banff Sunshine Village: Located 7,000 feet above sea level (2,133 meters) lives Banff Sunshine Village, nestled between the peaks of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. The world-class resort is known for its all-natural snow, complete with breathtaking alpine scenery and family-friendly atmosphere during its seven-month-long winter season, spanning from mid-November to late May. The fully serviced Canadian Rockies resort is predicted to open its 2024/25 winter season on November 8, 2024 (Mother Nature dependent). 

    For more information about the 2024/25 Sunshine Super Card and winter at Banff Sunshine Village, contact Kendra Scurfield at kscurfield@skibanff.com, or call 403-830-7946. 

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  • Experience Alberta’s Larch Season at the Banff Sunshine Meadows

    Experience Alberta’s Larch Season at the Banff Sunshine Meadows


    BANFF, Alberta, September 11, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    Witness the spectacular larch trees turn golden this fall at Banff Sunshine Meadows. Nestled high in the Canadian Rockies at 7,000 feet above sea level, observe the rare and stunning transformation as Alberta’s larch trees turn a golden hue at the world-class resort, Banff Sunshine Village. 

    As cool air moves into the valley, the larch tree undergoes a stunning transformation during the fall, where its needles turn yellow and orange as they dry. This is known as larch season in the Canadian Rockies. The larch, “Laryx,” tree is a unique deciduous conifer, as the only pine tree that sheds its needles to conserve energy and water in preparation for winter. This marks one of the most enchanting times of the year to explore the Banff Sunshine Meadows.

    The larch tree is named after the Latin word “lárix,” deriving from the ancient Celtic word “lar,” meaning “fat” or “rich.” In ancient times, the tree symbolized resilience and adaptation. The tree’s resin was used in various applications, including waterproofing boats and in traditional medicines. Thriving in the high altitudes of the Rockies, the larch tree creates a breathtaking show each fall, drawing explorers to our high-alpine resort to experience this seasonal change.

    “Larch season is such a beautiful time of year in Banff National Park; during larch season the mountains come to life in the color of falls, synonymous with the knowledge winter is on its way. With our 2024 summer operations extended this year until September 22nd, we are thrilled to be able to share the beauty of larch season with guests of Banff National Park at Sunshine,” says Kendra Scurfield, VP of Marketing, Brand and Communications at Banff Sunshine Village.

    Experience the spectacular seasonal transition as the larch tree illuminates Banff Sunshine Meadows! Take in the panoramic views within a UNESCO World Heritage Site from the Standish Viewing Deck. Banff Sunshine Meadows offers over 10 kilometers (over 6 miles) of trails perfect for hiking, sightseeing, and photography.

    “For guests looking for jaw-dropping scenery this larch season, they’ll find it at Sunshine Meadows,” adds Scurfield. “There is plenty of parking available at Sunshine and no reservations are needed.”

    Visitors to Banff Sunshine Meadows can enjoy a 22-minute scenic Sunshine Village gondola ride and sightseeing chairlift for only $68 + GST for adults and $35 + GST for youth tickets. Overnight guests of the resort sleep mountainside in luxury, with direct access to the meadows at Banff’s only mountain-top hotel, Sunshine Mountain Lodge.  

    The spectacular larch season is here for a limited time at the Banff Sunshine Meadows, open daily from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. until September 22, 2024.  

    About Banff Sunshine Village:
    Located 7,000 feet above sea level (2,133 meters) lives Banff Sunshine Village, nestled between the peaks of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. The world-class resort is known for its all-natural snow, as skiers and riders visit the premier alpine resort during its seven-month-long winter ski season, spanning from mid-November to late May. Starting late June, summer blooms up at Banff Sunshine Meadows, as Alberta’s natural wildflowers paint hundreds of untouched and preserved acres with a vibrant and colorful landscape. From skiing and riding on Canada’s Best Snow in the winter to hiking the Sunshine Meadows during the summer, Banff Sunshine is the ultimate year-round destination for nature enthusiasts. The fully serviced Canadian Rockies resort is open until Sept. 22, 2024, for summer operations. 

    For more information about larch season at the Sunshine Meadows, please visit banffsunshinemeadows.com or email Kendra Scurfield, VP of Marketing, Brand and Communications at kscurfield@skibanff.com

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  • Banff Sunshine Village Hosts Indigenous Days

    Banff Sunshine Village Hosts Indigenous Days


    BANFF, Alberta, August 27, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    In an effort to share the cultures that represent Canada, Banff Sunshine Village will host its third annual Indigenous Days celebration on Aug. 30, 31, and Sept. 1, 2024.   

    “At Banff Sunshine Village, it is our goal to operate a resort worthy of our location in Canada’s first national park and UNESCO world heritage site – Banff National Park. Historically the lands and waters found within Banff National Park have been used for sustenance, ceremony, travel, and trade, by Treaties 6, 7, and 8, as well as Métis peoples. Our goal with hosting Indigenous Days is to create space for First Nations communities to share the beauty of their culture. We’ll have teepee demonstrations, pow-wow dances, and stories from elders,” shares VP of Brand and Communications at Banff Sunshine Village, Kendra Scurfield. 

    The Indigenous Days activities will take place outside of Banff Sunshine’s Centennial Day Lodge, starting daily at 10 a.m. All activities of Banff Sunshine’s Indigenous Days are complimentary for all Sunshine Mountain Lodge guests and are included with any valid Sunshine summer sightseeing lift ticket or season pass.  

    After the performance, Banff Sunshine encourages you to get up and hike the beautiful and maintained trails of Sunshine Meadows. At present, Canada’s highest alpine meadow is a bloom with colorful wildflowers. Sunshine Meadows is a family-friendly mountain experience with accessible viewpoints and moderate hiking trails. Purchase your family sightseeing ticket for only $140 + GST. The family sightseeing ticket includes two adults and up to three children living at the same address.  

    About Banff Sunshine Village: Located 7,000 feet above sea level (2,133 meters) lives Banff Sunshine Village, nestled between the peaks of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. The world-class resort is known for its all-natural snow, as skiers and riders visit the premier alpine resort during its seven-month-long winter ski season, spanning from mid-November to late May. Starting late June, summer blooms up at Banff Sunshine Meadows, as Alberta’s natural wildflowers paint hundreds of untouched and preserved acres with a vibrant and colorful landscape. From skiing and riding on Canada’s Best Snow in the winter to hiking the Sunshine Meadows during the summer, Banff Sunshine is the ultimate year-round destination for nature enthusiasts. The fully serviced Canadian Rockies resort is open until Sept. 22, 2024, for summer operations. 

    For more information about the Indigenous Days celebrations, please visit skibanff.com or email Kendra Scurfield, VP of Brand, Marketing and Communications at kscurfield@skibanff.com. To explore Banff Sunshine’s summer side, please visit banffsunshinemeadows.com. 

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  • Coming Soon to Banff Sunshine Village This Winter 2024: The New Super Angel Luxury Chairlift

    Coming Soon to Banff Sunshine Village This Winter 2024: The New Super Angel Luxury Chairlift


    BANFF, Alberta, July 29, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    This winter, take flight on Banff Sunshine Village’s new chairlift, Super Angel. Built by Leitner-Poma, Super Angel will be North America’s first EVO six-passenger, heated, luxury chairlift!

    The new Super Angel chairlift replaces the 35-year-old quad chair, Angel Express. Super Angel will be ready for skiers and snowboarders come November 2025.  

    “At Banff Sunshine, it’s our wish to be worthy of our location in Canada’s first National Park. As such, we believe in reinvesting into our guest experience. The new Super Angel will enhance the experience for all who visit our mountain resort. The lift itself is a state-of-the-art, luxury experience equipped with direct drive technology, featuring a six-passenger, high-speed chair with heated bucket seats, footrests, and a yellow bubble cover,” says Kendra Scurfield, VP Brand & Communications at Banff Sunshine.

    The new lift will service terrain on Look Out Mountain. For the past 60+ years, guests have enjoyed the iconic terrain offered by Look Out Mountain (Delirium Dive, Angel Flight, & Piste Noir). 

    Super Angel will be the third incarnation of the popular lift. The original chair, built in the 1960s, was a two-passenger, fixed-grip lift. The lift was upgraded in 1988 to Angel Express, the first high-speed quad chair in Banff National Park. The high-speed quad transformed how the mountain skied.

    The EVO technology, developed by Leitner-Poma, is a direct drive system that eliminates the need for a traditional gearbox, which results in a smoother, quieter ride.

    Construction on the Super Angel lift began on May 13th, 2024. The new Super Angel’s larger size requires a wider lift line and new towers. Resort guests can watch the construction of Super Angel live while exploring the Sunshine Meadows this summer 2024. 

    For those who loved old Angel, you’ll be able to visit her at Castle Mountain Resort in the future. Angel Express was dismantled and transported to the southern Alberta resort.

    “All of us at Banff Sunshine are looking forward to staying warm as we fly up the slopes in luxury,” continues Scurfield. 

    Super Angel Express will be the resort’s, (and Banff National Park’s), second heated luxury lift. 

    About Banff Sunshine Village: 
    Located 7,000 feet above sea level (2,133 meters) lives Banff Sunshine Village, nestled between the peaks of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. The world-class resort is known for its all-natural snow, as skiers and riders visit the premier alpine resort during its seven-month-long winter ski season, spanning from mid-November to late May. Starting late June, summer blooms up at the Banff Sunshine Meadows, as Alberta’s natural wildflowers paint hundreds of untouched and preserved acres with a vibrant and colorful landscape. From skiing and riding on Canada’s best snow in the winter to hiking the Sunshine Meadows during the summer, Banff Sunshine is the ultimate year-round destination for nature enthusiasts. The fully serviced Canadian Rockies resort is open until Sept. 22, 2024, for summer operations.

    For more information about Super Angel, please visit skibanff.com or email Kendra Scurfield, VP of Marketing, Brand and Communications at kscurfield@skibanff.com. For more information about summer at Sunshine, please visit banffsunshinemeadows.com.

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  • Discover Banff Sunshine’s Wildflowers in Bloom at the Sunshine Meadows

    Discover Banff Sunshine’s Wildflowers in Bloom at the Sunshine Meadows


    BANFF, Alberta, June 25, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    Canada’s premier ski and snowboard resort, Banff Sunshine Village, has a summer side waiting to be explored!

    Access the Sunshine Meadows with Banff’s longest gondola ride. Riders ascend 7,200 ft high up the Canadian Rockies, during a 22-minute Sunshine Village gondola ride surrounded by majestic mountains and valleys. Take your sightseeing experience to greater heights aboard the Standish Express, followed by direct access to the meadows. 

    This summer, experience the Banff Sunshine Meadows in bloom, painted with Alberta’s famous wildflowers. Nestled in the heart of Banff National Park, the Sunshine Meadows offers breathtaking alpine scenery, vibrant wildflowers, and diverse wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for hikers of all levels. 

    The Sunshine Meadows is renowned for its stunning vistas with six well-maintained and monitored trails that cater to all hikers, providing 360 degrees of unparalleled views of the Canadian Rockies. 

    Home to over 300 species of plants and 53 different mammals, the Sunshine Meadows’ three alpine lakes provide a serene habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. 

    Extend your adventure with a stay at Banff Sunshine’s boutique hotel, the Sunshine Mountain Lodge. Wake up to Summer in full bloom with 10km of maintained trails right at your doorstep.  

    Skip the ticket window and head straight to the gondola; purchase your ticket online ahead of time. An adult sightseeing lift ticket is only $68 + GST and youth tickets are only $35 + GST. 

    As the snow melts in the summer months, Banff Sunshine transforms into the perfect playground for nature lovers. Hiking and sightseeing the Sunshine Meadows opens June 28 until Sept. 22, 2024. On-site amenities include dining options, rest areas, and a visitor information center. 

    About Banff Sunshine Village: 
    Located 7,000 feet above sea level (2,133 meters) lives Banff Sunshine Village, nestled between the peaks of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. The world-class resort is known for its all-natural snow, as skiers and riders visit the premier alpine resort during its seven-month-long winter ski season, spanning from mid-November to late May. Starting late June, summer blooms up at the Banff Sunshine Meadows, as Alberta’s natural wildflowers paint hundreds of untouched and preserved acres with a vibrant and colorful landscape. From skiing and riding on Canada’s best snow in the winter to hiking the Sunshine Meadows during the summer, Banff Sunshine is the ultimate year-round destination for nature enthusiasts. The fully serviced Canadian Rockies resort is open until Sept. 22, 2024 for summer operations. 

    For more information about summer at Sunshine, please visit skibanff.com or email Kendra Scurfield, VP of Marketing, Brand and Communications at kscurfield@skibanff.com or visit banffsunshinemeadows.com.

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  • Flock Together to Banff Sunshine for the 94th Annual Slush Cup

    Flock Together to Banff Sunshine for the 94th Annual Slush Cup


    BANFF, Alberta, May 8, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    An iconic Canadian Rockies tradition continues with the 94th final splash of the 23/24 Winter Ski and Snowboard Season. Banff Sunshine’s Slush Cup is the longest-running end-of-ski-season pond skimming event in North America. Skiers and snowboarders flock together at the shine on Slush Cup Monday, May 20, 2024. 

    To celebrate Canada’s longest non-glacial ski season, Banff Sunshine Village hosts the biggest farewell winter party they can, the 94th Slush Cup. This year, 100 competitors from around the world will attempt to skim across Canadian Rocky Mountain Slush for the honoring title of, “Mrs. SLUSH CUP,” and, “Mr. SLUSH CUP.” The title comes with a cash prize of $1,000 and a 24/25 Banff Sunshine season pass. 

    The origins of Slush Cup trace back nearly a century, to a dare between friends on a particularly slushy day in the spring of 1928. As the legend goes, two buddies skiing the slopes of Sunshine encountered a patch of slush that beckoned them to attempt a daring feat: skiing across the slush.  

    “What once was a friendly dare is now the coolest party in the Canadian Rockies,” explains Kendra Scurfield, VP of Brand and Communications at Banff Sunshine Village. 

    “Over the years, Slush Cup has grown from a campy staff party to a can’t miss, most fun you can have with your ski boots on party,” shares Scurfield. On May 20, buckle up your boots and snap on your snorkels for Banff Sunshine’s 94th Slush Cup. Cheer on riders as they skim (or swim) across the slushy pool in costumes designed to impress a panel of celebrity judges.  

    Save the date for the award-winning spring event, Slush Cup! The final splash of winter is a weekend-long, water-themed festival. Starting off is the biggest party weekend in the Canadian Rockies, with Slushshine Rail Jam on May 18th, 2024. This is followed by Watergate Banked Slalom on May 19th, 2024. And the season finishes off with the legendary Slush Cup on Monday, May 20th, 2024, with an amazing après party to send the season off in typical ski fashion.

    For more information about Slush Cup at Banff Sunshine Village, contact Kendra Scurfield at kscurfield@skibanff.com, or call 403-830-7946.   

    About Banff Sunshine Village:  
    Located 7,000 feet above sea level (2,133 meters,) lives Banff Sunshine Village, nestled between the peaks of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. The world-class resort is known for its all-natural snow, as skiers and riders visit the premier alpine resort during its seven-month-long winter ski season, spanning from mid-November to late May.   

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  • Banff Sunshine Village Announces Spring’s Untracked Concert Series Presented by Coors Light

    Banff Sunshine Village Announces Spring’s Untracked Concert Series Presented by Coors Light


    BANFF, Alberta, April 16, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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    Spring at Banff Sunshine Village is all about Canada’s best spring skiing and riding, bluebird days, and amazing weekend events.  

    The Untracked Concert Series presented by Coors Light is back! As of April 6, 2024, all the way until Slush Cup Monday, May 20, 2024, Banff Sunshine Village is hosting live music from local DJs and artists for their spring concert series. This exciting series kicks off with a lineup of talented artists from across Canada, showcasing a mix of musical genres against the backdrop of the majestic Canadian Rockies.

    Rock out in your ski boots! Join Banff Sunshine every Saturday and Sunday at their Trappers Beer Garden and relax in the heart of the Rockies for the Untracked Concert Series presented by Coors Light. The après vibes will be bumping every weekend from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in the village with great tunes, yummy snacks and thirst-quenching beverages.  

    In addition to live music performances, guests have access to world-class skiing and riding on Canada’s Best Snow, gourmet dining options and great spring events, all with the purchase of a lift ticket. To date, Banff Sunshine Village has received 518 CM (17 ft) of cumulative snowfall on their slopes. 

    Mark your calendars. Banff Sunshine’s last day of winter is on Slush Cup Monday, May 20, 2024. Every year, Banff Sunshine celebrates Slush Cup, the final send-off of the season as skiers and riders skim across a pond for the bragging rights as “Mr. & Mrs. Slush Cup,” with awesome costumes, a halftime show, Olympians as judges and an après dance party to complete the day. 

    Find out about great events, live concerts and what is happening this spring at Banff Sunshine Village. Click here to visit Banff Sunshine’s event page. 

    For more information about spring at Banff Sunshine Village, contact Kendra Scurfield at kscurfield@skibanff.com, or call 403-830-7946. 

    About Banff Sunshine Village: 
    Located 7,000 feet above sea level (2,133 meters,) lives Banff Sunshine Village, nestled between the peaks of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park. The world-class resort is known for its all-natural snow, as skiers and riders visit the premier alpine resort during its seven-month-long winter ski season, spanning from mid-November to late May. 

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