Our Stories

30+ years of history and counting.

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The 4 Best Places in the World to Travel on a Guided Ski Trip with Extremely Canadian

For those who’ve tamed the slopes, slayed the steeps, and conquered the groomers, the time has come to take things up a notch. We’re talking about venturing into the wild backcountry, dancing in knee-deep powder, and sending it down untamed freeride terrain. With Extremely Canadian, a ski guiding company boasting 30 years of leading the charge in off-piste skiing and snowboarding, your dream trips to the world’s most iconic ski destinations are just a booking away.

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The Ultimate Packing Guide for Your Winter Getaway in Whistler

This is your ultimate packing guide for your next winter getaway in Whistler. Everything from your lessons with Extremely Canadian to après packing essentials. Read along to find out everything you need to pack for your Whistler Getaway.

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Exploring the Backcountry

Exploring the Backcountry by Tourism Whistler

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The Story

It all began in 1994 when renegade freeskier Peter Smart and comrades introduced a new kind of ski instruction to Whistler, BC. They set out to teach adventurous skiers how to attack the steeps with more confidence and control, but revolutionized ski instruction while they were at it; bringing clients to places and doing things that a traditional ski school wouldn’t touch with a ten-foot pole.

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30 Years of ExCan

30 years of history

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2-Day Steep Skiing Clinic

Get your heart racing on a jam-packed two days with Extremely Canadian. Discover the best of Whistler Blackcomb’s off-piste terrain with a healthy mix of guiding and technical instruction.
Private Steep Clinics

Completely customize your mountain adventure for any group of skiers, snowboarders or a mix.
One-Day Steep Skiing Clinic

This is a no-frills ski day, jam-packed with as much skiing as you can handle. Heavy focus on the guiding aspect of our clinics, with a taste of technical instruction.
Intro Backcountry Group

Wander into Whistler Blackcomb’s Backcountry in the perfect setting for those looking to get into touring who have little to no experience.
Backcountry Private Tour

Whether you’re looking to bag a famous Whistler Blackcomb Backcountry peak or a mellow walk in the park, we can fully customize your backcountry adventure.
Avalanche Skills Training 1+

Take your backcountry awareness to the next level with extended field time and practical decision-making in real terrain. The AST 1+ will expand with more in-depth training, giving you added confidence for introductory backcountry travel.
Avalanche Skills Training 2

Build on your foundational avalanche knowledge with advanced terrain analysis, snowpack assessment, and decision-making strategies. AST 2 prepares you for confident backcountry travel in complex avalanche terrain through hands-on field experience and expert instruction.
Companion Rescue Skills Refresher

The Companion Rescue Skills Refresher is a 1-day packed course focusing on brushing up your companion rescue skills
World Tour Trips

Discover the world by…skis! Our World Tour Trips travel to world-class destinations to make all your ski vacation dreams come true.
Overnight Backcountry Trips

Explore farther and deeper in the Whistler Blackcomb backcountry and customize your perfect Overnight adventure.
Snowboard Freeride Camps

Explore the vast Whistler Blackcomb off-piste with a health dose of guiding and technical coaching. We’ll help you find the snowboard goods.
We Rise Inbounds

Hosted with Rossignol join a full day of epic skiing with the gals. There’s only one event in a season, so sign up quick!
Gift Cards

Give the gift of adventure. Choose between a dollar amount or a specific product for the perfect gift.
Our Coaches & Guides

Check out our dream team of professional coaches, athletes, film-stars, certified instructors, and professional mountain guides.