Canada West Ski Areas Association: CWSAA Awards Banquet

Celebrating excellence across our industry at the 2026 CWSAA Awards Banquet, 

Recognizing individuals whose leadership, innovation, and dedication continue to shape and strengthen ski areas across Western Canada.

Congratulations to our 2026 Award Recipients:

Jimmie Spencer Lifetime Achievement Award:

▪️Bob Hall, Murray Latta Progressive Machine Ltd.

Jim Marshall Leadership Award:

▪️Shawn Balog, Snow Valley Ski Club

Lars Fossberg Excellence Award:

▪️Scott Zacharias, Troll Resort Ltd.

Rod Chisholm Operations and Maintenance Award:

▪️Jason Gill, Cypress Mountain Resort

CWSAA Peak Performance Awards:

▪️Wendy Batog, Tawatinaw Valley Ski Club

️️Lisa Olsen, Snow Valley Ski Club

️️Leah MacDonald, Inter Mtn Enterprises Inc.

️️Tristan Johnson, Cypress Mountain Resort

▪️Bjorn Pelissier, Whistler Blackcomb

These individuals represent the passion, commitment, and leadership that drive our industry forward.