Whistler - Short

In Canada there is a huge demand for instructors to teach beginners due to the size of the resorts and the number of people who go ski. Please note that although we do not guarantee a job offer in ski school, the course leader is there to advise and help you with both general personal development and specifics about ski school applications and networking. Ultimately, however, it will be up to you to secure your job for the rest of the season if you choose the pre-Christmas course. From previous years, we have found there are plenty of jobs to be had. If you would like to work in Canada you must obtain a work visa before you leave the UK. If you choose the Spring course, you can opt to head to New Zealand or Australia to wirk for the Southern Hemisphere winter which starts in June.

Carriers which fly from the UK include British Airways, Fly Zoom and Air Canada. NB BEWARE! Check the luggage allowance before you book, bearing in mind that ski / board gear alone can weight up to 15 kgs. Charges for excess luggage can be extreme, with some carriers charging high fees per kilo extra. Remember that ski / board gear alone can weight around 15 kgs.

If you are planning to apply to Whistler ski / board school after you have finished the Peakleaders course, and you are a British citizen, you must make sure that you get a Canadian work visa as early as possible. There are limited numbers available and are done on a first come, first served basis. If you would like to work in Canada after the course you must obtain a work visa before you leave the UK.  Apply well in advance of departure (as early as January) to ensure your success through the BUNAC Work Canada scheme. It is a relatively easy process with work visas coming under 2 categories: student and non – student. For more info go to bunac.org.uk

Once you have this arranged, employment is then a legal option with Intrawest ski school upon selection and successfully passing your Level 1 (and 2) qualifications. To increase your chances of employment, please call us or talk to your course leader.