One strong spring storm will pack a powder punch for much of the West for the second full weekend of April. Meanwhile in the East, an incredible temperature contrast will exist near the Canadian border.

Sun Peaks Resort in British Columbia has expanded its terrain and programs for guests of the upcoming winter season. The area is scheduled to open Nov. 22.

Sun Peaks Resort is expanding its terrain for the new season, claiming the addition will make it the second largest ski area in Canada, covering over 4,200 acres of in-bound ski terrain. 

March ushers in a multitude of events at BC’s Big White Ski Resort and Sun Peaks Resort.

Canadian resorts offer lots of family-friendly Christmas activities for guests to enjoy. Here’s a sampling.

Sun Peak’s Resort is gearing up for the season with some new and old options from snowshoe tours to dog sled rides. Sun Peaks is scheduled to open for the 2013-14 season Nov. 23.

Sun Peaks located in the British Columbia interior, 45 minutes north of Kamloops, welcomes summer with a variety of activity option for its guests. There’s lift-accessed hiking and mountain biking, golfing on BC’s highest elevation course, fishing, canoe tours, and much more.

The third annual March Music Madness at Sun Peaks features over 40 regional music groups/individuals performing at a variety of venues throughout the resort.

Ski resorts across Canada are planning a number of fun-filled events for every member of the family. Here is just a sampling. 

United Airlines will begin daily non-stop service between Los Angeles (LAX) and BC’s Kelowna International Airport, the largest airport in the region in time for the new ski season. Service starts Dec. 19, 2012.