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The Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) is the national professional organization for Canada’s avalanche industry. We advance avalanche risk management through professional training, membership standards, industry information exchange, and continuing professional development. Our members protect people, infrastructure, transportation corridors, and communities through the delivery of trusted avalanche risk management programs, fostering professionalism and excellence across the industry.

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Our members are avalanche professionals working across transportation, recreation, public safety, resource industries, research, and education. Together, they help protect people, infrastructure, and communities through informed avalanche risk management. By fostering professional excellence and supporting a connected, highly skilled membership, the CAA strengthens public confidence in avalanche risk management  programs and services across Canada. 

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    New Pro Purchase

    We’re excited to be working with the Outmap Pro to offer exclusive access for…

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  • September 14, 2026

    Winter Warm Up CPD Series

    Click here to see all CPD opportunities offered by the CAAThroughout October and November, we’ll be hosting weekly webinars on industry updates, emerging research, and fascinating case studies. All sessions…

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  • September 10, 2026

    Mountain Professionals CPD Series

    Sponsored by Click here to see all CPD opportunities offered by the CAA From November 2–4, we’re offering CPD sessions in collaboration with the CSGA, ACMG, and CMBGA. All sessions…

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Find articles from past issues of The Avalanche Journal, and news from the Canadian avalanche industry and beyond.

  • Interview: Pascal Haegeli Reflects on His Career in Canada

    August 31, 2026

    By Alex Cooper An edited version of this interview was published in…

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  • Honorary Member: Bob Sayer

    August 26, 2026

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    August 26, 2026

    The ISSW Young Snow Professionals Awards were announced, and they include two…

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The CAA’s Industry Information Exchange (InfoEx®) is a daily exchange of technical snow, weather, avalanche, and terrain information between subscribers.

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The Responder Alliance provides resources for the The Responder Alliance provides resources for the mountain community and is the leading resource in stress resilience education for First Responders and Outdoor Professionals. They are also a valued Foundation Partner of our Association.

The CAA's Industry Training Program works with the @responderalliance , using the Responder Alliance's curriculum as part of its goal to align the industry behind cutting-edge science and best practices.

Thank you, Responder Alliance, for your support and all that you do to strengthen the professional community.
Want to play a behind-the-scenes role in deliverin Want to play a behind-the-scenes role in delivering Canada's professional avalanche training program?

We’re hiring: Industry Training Program Coordinator

The CAA is looking for an Industry Training Program Coordinator to join our team in Revelstoke, BC. Working alongside a small team, this role helps bring ITP courses to life by building the annual course calendar, coordinating instructors and venues, and supporting student applications, registration, online learning, and course logistics.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is highly organized, collaborative, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting the next generation of avalanche professionals. Familiarity with the CAA Industry Training Program is required, while avalanche industry experience and CAA Avalanche Operations Level 1 are considered assets.

📍 Location: Revelstoke, BC
🕐 Hours: 28–35 hours/week, Monday–Thursday + every other Friday
📅 Start: Early November 2026
⏳ Term: Temporary contract for parental leave coverage

Interested? View the full job description and application details at the link in our bio.

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Avalanche Operations Level 1 is the premier in-per Avalanche Operations Level 1 is the premier in-person, professional-level training course for those seeking employment in avalanche risk management operations such as ski resorts, highway and industrial operations, guiding, and recreational avalanche course instruction.

Registration for 2026/27 Ops 1 courses is now open, but remember, you must have the following when you go to register:

-Advanced backcountry skiing, splitboarding, or snowmobiling skills, and good fitness.
-Be 19 or older for courses in British Columbia, OR 18 or older for courses in Alberta and Quebec.
-An AvSAR Level 1 course certificate or proof of enrollment in an upcoming course PRIOR to the date of the Ops 1 course. 
-It is recommended that registrants have , but does NOT require, Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST 1)  or similar training and experience (AST 2 is recommended).

This intensive seven– to eight-day technical training course comprises approximately 40% theory and classroom work and 60% practical application and fieldwork.

Register today and take the next step in your professional avalanche education.

Photo 1: Yang Jin on an Ops 1 course in Kootenay Pass last March, "After class, we regrouped at Bridal Lake Rest Area, spreading out the map and dialling in our next line. On the way up, we stopped at a representative spot to dig a pit and take a closer look at the snowpack. Ran a full snow profile and followed it up with ECT and CT tests—getting hands-on with the layers and seeing how things were bonding. Always learning, always reading the mountain. ❄️️"

Photos 2-6: Wendy Lewis' photos from an Ops 1 course in Revelstoke, January, 2026.
Registration is open. Start your professional aval Registration is open. Start your professional avalanche education this season!

The Avalanche Search and Rescue Level 1 course is the first stage of the Canadian Avalanche Association’s Industry Training Program. 

This course focuses on fundamental AvSAR concepts and techniques essential to snow and avalanche workers who may respond to an avalanche incident as a first responder or team member. The course introduces students to the CAA as an organization and to AvSAR skills, techniques and strategies.

AvSAR L1 is a prerequisite to Avalanche Operations Level 1 and the gateway into the avalanche industry as a career. Visit our course calendar, browse course locations and register today.
Are you a Basic or Advanced Avalanche Educator mem Are you a Basic or Advanced Avalanche Educator member, or thinking of becoming one? Well then, this update pertains to you!

In July, the CAA Board of Directors approved a policy allowing Avalanche Educators to temporarily expand their scope of practice while working toward becoming an Avalanche Practitioner or Avalanche Professional.

The policy outlines the conditions and levels of supervision for work when using this expanded scope. The Avalanche Educator and their supervisor must sign a declaration agreeing to the policy and outlining the work to be undertaken.

If you are an Avalanche Educator looking to gain experience beyond recreational Avalanche Education, read the policy and apply for an expanded scope before the winter begins.

Find the policy at the link in our bio or on our website. 

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Back to school means back to the books 📚 As we mo Back to school means back to the books 📚

As we move into the 2026/27 Industry Training Program season, we want to remind you that course manuals are exclusively available on the Canadian Avalanche Association's Amazon Direct Publishing storefront. 

We have several other publications available on our website store, along with merchandise and field books. Whether you're preparing for an ITP course this upcoming season or need a new field book for your industry work, we've got you covered.

Find our Amazon storefront and website store linked in the bio.
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