There are so many volunteers, partners and supporters who are the true “engine” of ski racing in B.C. Now it is time to recognize some of the events, clubs, resorts and volunteers who went above and beyond in the 2023-24 ski season.
1. Club Development of the Year
- Criteria: This BC Alpine ski club has illustrated growth and significant improvement or leadership during the current season
- Award:Trophy presented to one club per year
- Application/Nomination: Submit via BC Alpine Website http://bcalpine.com/awards/
2. Event of the Year
- Criteria: Open to all levels, no restrictions. Well organized and fun for racers and volunteers. Exceptional and compelling event for the community.
- Award: Trophy presented to one club per year for hosting the winning race event
- Application/Nomination: Submit via BC Alpine Website http://bcalpine.com/awards/
3. Mountain Resort of the Year
- Criteria: This resort showed extraordinary support for the local ski club (its events and members) throughout the current season.
- Award: Trophy presented to one Mountain Resort per year
- Application/Nomination: Submit via BC Alpine Website http://bcalpine.com/awards/
4. Zone Official / Volunteer
- Criteria: Dedication and commitment to volunteering at the club or zone level
- Award: Four (4) trophies awarded – one for each zone: Coast, Kootenay, North & Okanagan
- Application/Nomination: Submit via BC Alpine Website http://bcalpine.com/awards/
- Selection: BC Alpine Awards Committee makes the final selection for this award
5. Moira Jaatteenmaki Officials’ Award
Criteria:
- A continued dedication to the Officials’ program and the sport of ski racing by serving as a committed BC Alpine Official over a period of several seasons
- As a result of his or her contributions, this Official has helped ski racing continue at the highest level in the province, offering participating athletes the best opportunities for advancement in their pursuit of excellence in the sport.
Application/Nomination: Submit via BC Alpine Website http://bcalpine.com/awards/
Award: Trophy awarded to one Official per season
Selection: BC Alpine Officials Committee makes the final selection for this award.
6. Volunteer of the Year
Criteria:
- This individual’s volunteer efforts are exceptional
- His or her level of commitment contributes to the betterment of the club, zone and province
- The contributions can be on or off the hill
Award: One trophy awarded per season
Application/Nomination: Submit via BC Alpine Website http://bcalpine.com/awards/
Selection: BC Alpine awards committee makes the final selection for this award.
7. Coach Awards
We know there are many outstanding and dedicated coaches who keep the clubs going and the athletes fit and motivated. We will be recognizing them too! A committee of Program Directors and Coaches, along with BC Alpine, will honour coaches in the following categories:
- Train to Train Coach of the Year
- U16 Coach of the Year
- FIS Coach of the Year
- Head Coach of the Year
- Team of the Year
- Hustler of the Year