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Be the Difference on the Slopes Join the Canadian Ski Patrol in Sudbury!

Imagine carving fresh snow, the crisp winter air on your face, knowing that you are part of the team that keeps your local ski hills safe. Imagine gaining real-life emergency response experience, building leadership skills, and becoming someone others rely on when it matters most.

 

This winter, the Canadian Ski Patrol (CSP) Algonquin Zone is inviting motivated, community-minded skiers and snowboarders to step into an unforgettable role as an On Snow First (OSF) Patroller at Adanac and Lively Ski Hills in the City of Greater Sudbury.

This is not just volunteering — it’s a pathway to becoming a full-fledged Canadian Ski Patroller.

What Is On Snow First (OSF)?

The On Snow First program is your opportunity to train and patrol this season, while preparing to complete full certification next year. As an OSF patroller, you won’t perform first aid yet, but you’ll gain hands-on experience in the heart of ski patrol operations. You’ll learn:

·      Accident scene management

·      Toboggan handling and transportation techniques

·      Radio communication and protocol procedures

·      How to assist at accident scenes and in the patrol room

You’ll work side-by-side with experienced patrollers, learning the skills normally taught after advanced first aid training — giving you a huge head start for next season.

Why Join?

✔ Ski or snowboard while you patrol and gain confidence, leadership, and communication skills
✔ Build an outstanding resume — ideal for careers in health care, policing, and firefighting
✔ Make real connections and be part of a tight-knit, supportive team
✔ Serve your community while doing something you love

After completing your Advanced First Aid course next fall, you’ll be ready to step immediately into the role of a fully certified patroller.

Flexible & Rewarding

Patrol shifts vary to fit different schedules — mornings, afternoons, evenings — from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Times and days are dependant on your availability. The season runs from late December through mid March.

Who Can Apply?

·      18 years or older and a good skier or snowboarder (equal to or better than average hill ability)

·      Available for training and regular patrol shifts

·      Willing to learn, help others, and work as part of a team

The fee of $160 covers the current winter season. When you enroll for the Advanced First Aid training  next  September, you will pay the remainder of the CSP fees (about $70).  Ongoing expenses are minimal, with jacket rental currently at $40 per year.

Ready to Answer the Call?

Once registered, you’ll be invited to a Meet & Greet, receive more information, and complete a ski or snowboard evaluation.

 

For more information Email: sudburyskiswap@gmail.com

                  

                

This winter, don’t just ski the hill. Protect it, lead on it, and leave your mark on it.
Join the Canadian Ski Patrol. Be ready. Be proud. Be there when it counts.

The volunteer patrollers of the Canadian Ski Patrol Algonquin Zone provide advanced first aid services for Adanac and Lively Ski Hills in the City of Greater Sudbury.

Volunteer ski patrollers are trained during the Fall training session.  You MUST be a strong intermediate level ski or snowboarder and you MUST pass the First Aid exam, practical exam and on snow skills to become a patroller. Registration is September 8 and 9, drop in from 6 till 8 pm at Adanac Ski Chalet, 744 Beatrice Crescent, Sudbury. Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED training will be three weekends (October 4 & 5, October 18 & 19 and November 1 & 2, 2025). After field day (first aid scenerios) on November 22 and a written exam (November 24 or online), there is a practical test (November 26 or 27) of your abilities to assess, diagnose and treat first aid incidences.  Then comes toboggan training.  Once you can safely bring down a toboggan, you get your CSP jacket!!!! First time patrollers are always accompanied by an experienced ski patroller while patrolling. We also hope that patrollers will help at the Ski Swap November 7 to 9. Please feel free to share the dates for the Ski Swap with friends and family and even mild acquaintances! Please note: if you view this ad after registration and training, you haven’t lost out on volunteering with us - we also have On Snow First that starts in January! You can get On Snow training and see first hand what we do while assisting on-duty patrollers. Contact us today for details!

 Costs

$240 covers the cost of the training as well as your “bum bag” fully equipped with first aid materials. First aid materials can be re-stocked from the patrol room at the ski hills. Bursaries are available to select individuals to cover the cost of the first year. After your first year, the City of Greater Sudbury will pay for your re-certification if you patrol for 20 shifts (about 4 hours each so roughly 10 full days of patrolling each season). You must wear the CSP jacket which can be rented for $40 per year.

Benefits

Learn and practise Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED Least expensive Advanced First Aid, CPR and AED course around Leadership, organization and communication skills learned as a patroller are invaluable both on and off the slopes Personal development and a feeling of confidence in your abilities Great experience for your resume, especially for those going into health professions, police and firefighting Ski or snow board for free while patrolling Get discounted or even free guest or family pass depending on the number of shifts you do Discounts on equipment, clothing, footwear from many manufacturers Ability to patrol (and SKI) at other ski resorts after first year Discounts for lift passes at many ski resorts

 Other Requirements

18 years old or older Available for training (trainers may be able to accommodate some alternative training times) Available to patrol regularly through the ski season (end of December to end of March)