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snoeshoeing in Montréal Snoeshoeing is a great way to soak up Montréal’s scenery and gets non-skiers in on the winter action. The city is equipped with a number of parks and trails mapped out for snowshoers and cross-country skiers, including Mount Royal, Maisonneuve Park and JeanDrapeau Park, with its views of the St. Lawrence River and downtown skyline. Mtl.org
heli-skiing in BC It’s claimed that 95% of all heli-skiing takes place in British Columbia, making the western province a hotspot for adrenaline seekers. Skiers can access untouched powder snow that can only be reached via a helicopter and over 20 heli- and lower altitude cat-ski operators now cater to varying budgets. hellobc.com
Snow tubing IN Québec Arguably the most fun you can have on the white stuff, snow tubing requires no skill: just slide down the slopes in an inflatable ring. Village Vacances Valcartier, just 20 minutes from Québec City, has 35 runs with the option of sliding on an individual inner tube or jumping in the Tornado – a huge tube that can cram in up to eight people. Quebecoriginal.com
fat biking in Alberta Fat biking is the latest extreme sport on snow, with trails popping up all over Canada. The oversized tires on these off-road bicycles allow riders to negotiate the snow with ease, meaning the trails in Banff and Lake Louise are now accessible year-round. Bikers can explore miles of groomed trails or experience a backcountry adventure with an overnight stay as part of a longer tour. travelalberta.com
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