Looking Ahead to an Exciting 2026–2027 Season!
As we get ready for another ski season, I couldn’t be more excited about what lies ahead for Alberta Alpine. It is a real honour to step into the role of Executive Director, and I look forward to working alongside our incredible community of athletes, coaches, clubs, volunteers, families, andpartners, as well as our wonderful team of dedicated employees who support our sport every day.
With our first races taking place this weekend at Mount Sima, the season is already underway, and I can’t wait to see our mountains covered in white and everyone back on snow. It has been wonderful to see registrations coming in and so much enthusiasm across our clubs. The growing number of young athletes getting involved is a great reminder of what makes Alberta Alpine such a special community. Thank you to everyone who works so hard to make these opportunities possible.
There is also a lot happening beyond the slopes, too. Stay tuned for Alberta Alpine’s refreshed look, launching this month! We have been working behind the scenes on an updated website, a refreshed social media presence, and a new visual identity that better reflects who we are and the incredible skiing community we represent. We are proud of how it has come together and are pleased to bring it to you soon!
Over the coming months, you will see more stories, photos, and updates celebrating our athletes and their achievements, introducing our coaches, highlighting our clubs, and recognizing the many volunteers who give so much to our sport. Through these initiatives, we hope to strengthen connections across the province and shine a brighter spotlight on the people and programs that make Alberta Alpine so special.
Another exciting development is that we have ordered new race kits for the season, including newly designed bibs and other gear. We will share a first look in an upcoming newsletter and on our social media as soon as they arrive!
I want to take this opportunity to recognize and thank all of our sponsors. We are incredibly grateful for the long-standing relationships we have built over the years and for the continued support of organizations that believe in our athletes and the future of alpine skiing. And we are also delighted to welcome several new sponsors this season. A sincere thank you to GMC Dealers of Alberta, Karbon, Genstar, Silvertip Resort, Dr. Phone Fix, GearUp Sports, BrokerLink Insurance, KUUsport, ATAC and the Government of Alberta. Your support truly makes a difference, and we couldn’t do it without you!
A special thank you as well to our Board members. There is a tremendous amount of work happening behind the scenes, and I truly appreciate the time and dedication they bring to Alberta Alpine. To give you a closer look at what is happening at the Board level, we will be introducing Board Outreach as a recurring feature in our refreshed Inside Track newsletter. From time to time, our board will provide updates and insights, offering greater visibility into the work being done on behalf of our Alberta Alpine community. We hope you will enjoy this opportunity to stay informed and feel even more connected to our organization.
At the heart of these initiatives is a simple goal: to bring our Alberta Alpine community closer together, welcome more people into our sport, and share the incredible stories of the people who make it all happen.
Having been part of Alberta Alpine for many years, I know just how much passion, dedication, and hard work goes into making our organization what it is. I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of this community, and I look forward to everything we can accomplish together.
Wishing everyone a fantastic start to the season! To all our athletes, enjoy the challenges, embrace the opportunities, and make the most of every moment. Safe travels to everyone heading out for training and races, and most importantly, have fun out there!
Alied ten Broek
Executive Director
Alberta Alpine Ski Association