We've got a great line-up of webinars for this season! Check out the schedule and be sure to register prior to the event. (All webinars will be recorded and made available post event).

Avalanche Canada is hosting webinars through this season. We have presentations focusing on various aspects of avalanche safety, beneficial for all backcountry recreationists. The webinars are free, but pre-registration is required. Links to register for these events will become available a few weeks prior to each webinar.

These live webinars will be held on Wednesday evenings (7–8 pm Pacific Time), but all of them will be recorded and made available from our website after the event if you are unable to attend.

Click on the link within each event to register. All webinar registration links available soon.

For past events, clicking on the link will take you to the recording.

Wed. Oct. 29: Recognizing Avalanche Terrain and Trip Preparedness. Are you new to the backcountry or looking for a refresher? We focus on the basics of avalanche terrain, how to recognize and avoid avalanche terrain, what equipment is needed and what resources are available. Join our Avalanche Canada forecaster to decipher the nuances of terrain, recognize hazards and help you safely route-find on your adventures this season. We will also cover trip planning and preparedness with a presentation from BC AdventureSmart. Sponsored by MEC.

Wed. Nov. 5: When Minutes Matter: Companion Rescue Skills. Join us this evening to learn about the essential gear required when you head into the backcountry; learn how to use it and why it's important to hone these skills. Now is the time to get your head back into the game before heading into avalanche terrain. Sponsored by BCA.

Wed. Nov. 12: Your Crew Counts on You: Companion Rescue Skills for Sledders. Join us for an evening focused on sled-specific avalanche companion rescue. We’ll cover the essential gear every rider should carry, how to use it effectively, and why practicing these skills with your crew can make all the difference. Sponsored by EVR. 

Tues. Nov. 25: AdventureSmart Webinar: Terrain Talk: How to Recognize Avalanche Risk Zones. This webinar is hosted by AdventureSmart and features Avalanche Canada forecaster Ian Snowsell. Please note that this webinar is on a Tuesday and starts at 6:00 p.m.

Wed. Dec. 10: Avalanche Safety for Hikers. Are you a hiker, runner, or snowshoer who loves to head out in the winter? Join us this evening as we bring experts from Parks Canada, Kananaskis Country, and Avalanche Canada to discuss a couple of "hot spots" in each region and provide tips on staying safe this winter. Sponsored by The North Face.

Wed. Dec. 17: Sharpen Your Backcountry Weather Skills: With so many weather apps and websites available, it can be challenging to determine which ones to trust and how to use them effectively. This webinar helps you make sense of the options, covering essential mountain weather fundamentals, how to interpret forecasts, and the strengths and limitations of different tools for planning any trip into the mountains. Bring your weather questions! Sponsored by Selkirk Tangiers.

Wed. Jan. 7: Ride Like a Guide: Avalanche Safety Tips from the Pros. This webinar is built specifically for mountain sledders. Join our special guest and professional sled guide, as they break down real-world avalanche scenarios, sled-specific decision making, and the safety habits that keep riders alive in avalanche terrain. Sponsored by ISMA.

Wed. Jan. 21: Choose Your Adventure: Terrain Tips for Skiers. Join us in this interactive webinar to learn more about choosing terrain for the conditions. There's a common expression: "when snowpack is the problem, terrain is the solution." Our AvCan presenter will lead you through a series of exercises to help you hone this essential skill for traveling safely in the backcountry. Sponsored by Outdoor Research. 

Wed. Feb. 4: What SAR Wants You to Know. Mark your calendar for this webinar that brings together Avalanche Canada’s Field Program Manager, longtime Canadian Avalanche Rescue Dog Association (CARDA), and Revelstoke Search and Rescue volunteer, Jennifer Coulter, with AJ Maheu, a veteran member of both Squamish Search and Rescue and North Shore Rescue. Together they’ll share firsthand insights from the SAR perspective on avalanche safety, decision-making in the backcountry, and what really happens when things go wrong. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how rescues unfold and, most importantly, how to reduce the chance of needing one in the first place. Sponsored by Garmin.

Wed. Feb. 18: Consider It! Most fatal avalanche incidents occur when danger is rated Considerable. Join our AvCan forecaster as we explore the nuances of the North American Avalanche Danger Rating system, explain why Considerable avalanche danger is so often underestimated and show how to consider all the variables to promote good decision-making. Sponsored by EVR. 

Avalanche Canada's 2025-26 Winter Webinar Series.

2025-26 Webinar Series

Enjoy Canada's beautiful winter landscape and learn how to stay safe from avalanches. There are a variety of events happening across western Canada and Quebec. Check out an event near you!

Alberta Parks, Winter Safety Day. Kananaskis, AB. Sunday, January 18. Canoe Meadows Day Use Area, 11 AM - 3 PM. Free winter safety activities, information and food.

Apex Mountain Resort. Join for a burger lunch in the Apex Village Centre from 11:00 AM–1:30 PM, thanks to the support of Penticton IGA. Stop by the information tent in the village from 10:00 AM–2:00 PM to connect with members of the Apex Ski Patrol and Penticton Search and Rescue, ask questions, and learn more about staying safe in the mountains!

Avalanche Québec. Discovery and Visitors Centre at the Parc National de la Gaspesie, March 7-8. This community-focused weekend will feature a companion rescue park, backcountry planning and winter nutrition workshops, trailhead outreach with forecasters, and fun events like the "Golden Transceiver" challenge, photo contest, après-ski, and pancake breakfast. More details coming soon — we hope to see you there!  

Banff Centre. Max Bell Auditorium. Monday, January 19. Learn about avalanche risks associated with backcountry and out-of-bounds travel. Featuring presentations by snow safety experts, films from Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival, door prizes and a trade show.  Suitable for ages 14 and up. 

BC Parks, Sea-to-Sky, Red Heather Hut, Garibaldi Park. January 17-18. Join BC Parks Rangers to test your avalanche awareness and safety skills, with the chance to win some great prizes!

BC Parks, Brockton Point at Mt. Seymour Park. Saturday, January 17. Come learn about avalanche safety with BC Park Rangers! Fun activities including quizzes, transceiver practice, and education on North Shore winter travel. Prizes to be won!

Castle Mountain Resort. January 17-18. Featuring a punch-pass style event with interactive stations around the resort, including a snow profile demonstration, transceiver practice area, avalanche dog demo, and an information booth. Guests who visit all stations can enter to win prizes, with additional opportunities through prizing and a silent auction!

David Thompson Snowmobile Riders. Date TBD. Eckville, AB.

Fernie Alpine Resort. January 17-18. This event features a full weekend of interactive, on-mountain and base-area activities, including a transceiver hunt, avalanche rescue dog demonstrations, and a live snow pit demo with ski patrol. The weekend also includes a fundraising apres auction in the Griz Bar, with proceeds supporting Avalanche Canada. 

Fernie Snowmobile Association, Avalanche Awareness and Snowmobile Demo Days. Saturday, January 17. 10 AM - 3 PM. Avalanche awareness plus Snowmobile Demo Days bringing together four snowmobile manufacturers. Come on out for a fun day with other riders, local SAR team and the AvCan SoRo team.

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. Golden, BC. January 10-11 from 10AM - 2 PM. The KHMR team will be in on CPR Ridge and in Crystal Bowl all weekend on January 10th & 11th with various activities going on.  Look for the Kicking Horse Arch and Tent in Crystal Bowl!

Lake Louise Ski Resort. January 24-25. Enjoy a free, drop-in weekend of avalanche awareness activities, including hands-on beacon practice and snow profile talks led by avalanche safety professionals, and prizing opportunities after completing the stations.

Marmot Basin. Jasper AB. Saturday, January 24. Learn about safety on the slopes and in the backcountry with the Marmot Safety Ops team. Live demonstrations will be taking place, a question and answer session, and a special appearance from the Canadian Avalanche Rescue Dog Association (CARDA). Prizes will be given away at the Q&A session from Helly Hansen, Rockaboo Mountain Adventures, and Kuma Outdoor Gear, so don't miss it!

Mount Washington Alpine Resort. Saturday, January 17 from 10AM - 2 PM. Mount Washington Professional Ski Patrol is partnering with Avalanche Canada to host Avalanche Awareness Day—a free, drop-in event focused on snow safety and mountain awareness. Stop by to connect with Ski Patrol, BC Adventure Smart, and local Search & Rescue, learn about avalanche safety, ask questions, and build skills for responsible travel in the mountains. Whether you’re new or experienced, there’s always more to learn when the stakes are high.

Panorama Resort. Saturday, February 7. Join the Panorama Ski Patrol and Avalanche team for a day of learning about snow science and backcountry safety. The days events will kick off from 10 AM at the base with Panorama's Avalanche team opening up an info booth until 2 PM on the Great Hall deck. 

Shames Mountain. Terrace, BC. February 7-8. Join us a full demo of the beacon park run by the Mount Remo Backcountry Society and an information station on local rescue caches and demonstration of emergency helicopter landing procedures by Terrace Search and Rescue. Canadian Ski Patrol will also be on site with a tree well rescue demonstration and information station. This is a great opportunity to learn practical rescue skills, ask questions, and even win prizes!

South Cariboo Search and Rescue. Mica Mountain Rock Meadow. Saturday, January 17. You are invited to Mica Mountain for a day of building avalanche awareness, practising skills, refreshing knowledge, and testing your equipment. 

Sun Peaks Resort. Saturday, February 7 from 10AM - 3 PM. Stop by Beacon Basin, located at the top of the Sunburst Express chairlift, to learn about safe travel in backcountry terrain, common hazards, how to avoid them, and where to access formal backcountry training and additional resources. Register (at sunpeaksresort.com) to participate in their avalanche rescue challenges for a chance to win prizes!

Whitewater Mountain Resort. January 17-18. Avalanche Awareness & Tree Well Safety Days offer an incredible opportunity to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of staying safe in the mountains. This weekend event is designed to empower everyone—from those taking their first steps into avalanche education to seasoned backcountry adventurers looking to refresh and refine their knowledge. Through engaging workshops, practical demonstrations, and hands-on activities, you'll learn essential safety techniques to navigate avalanche terrain and recognize the hidden dangers of tree wells. 
