Founded in 1938 and incorporated in 1949 as a not-for-profit organization, the CSIA is the professional ski teaching body in Canada. It is a federally recognized teaching institution and it trains and certifies Ski Instructors to best serve its Partners such as Snow Schools and the Canadian Skiing Public.
Canada has six CSIA Regions: Atlantic, Québec, Ontario, Central, Alberta and British Columbia — each represented on the Board of Directors. The six members of the National Board of Directors conduct the affairs and business of the CSIA. Regional affairs are addressed through Regional Committees, who are serving regional needs through Member Communications and Regional Events.
What is the CSIA’s Vision, Mission, and Values?
Vision
Leaders in ski education dedicated to creating passionate lifelong skiers.
Mission
The CSIA sets Canada’s standard for the profession of ski teaching through innovative training and certification programs, contributing to the safety and growth of the industry and enjoyment of skiing for everyone.
Values
“The Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance stands for equality”.
These are challenging times. Our sphere of influence is the passion for our sport and our love of the mountains. It is this realm that gives us a unique opportunity to help shape the future.
We want everyone to join us on the slopes. Everyone. In recent months, we have made some of the biggest changes in the organization’s history. It is our goal to embrace all those communities that have been underrepresented in our organization as Instructors. We are motivated to provide an educational system that provides the opportunity for anyone to be successful.
A deep connection is the cornerstone of us being compassionate and respectful to one another. Our sport creates such a connection. It is the essence of our profession. Our journey to be better never ends.
CSIA Education includes Programs with four Certification Levels and extensive Professional Development with Pro Days. Programs are administered under the technical guidelines established by the Technical Committee and the National Office, which is based out of Montréal, Québec.
Anyone who wishes to become a regular Member of the CSIA must attend and pass a Certification Program. Each Member has access to all types of training and education and receives communications and online material provided by the CSIA.
The CSIA is a member of the International Ski Instructors' Association (ISIA), the body encompassing the national ski teaching associations of some 38 alpine nations. The purpose of the ISIA is to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas among countries and to harmonize certification equivalencies with regard to international standards. The member nations meet annually, and every four years at a larger meeting, called Interski Congress, which is held on snow.
Chair and National Representative of Ontario
Vice-Chair, Treasurer and National Representative of Central
Secretary and National Representative of British-Columbia
National Representative of Atlantic
National Representative of Alberta
National Representative of Quebec / National Board Liaison to TEC Committee
Vacant
Past Chair, Non-voting
Financial Advisor, Non-voting
Governance Advisor, Non-voting
Managing Director
CSIA Level 3, ACA Member
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 224
Senior Director of Finance and Shared Services
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 232
Program Manager
CSIA Level 4, Level 4 Course Conductor
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 236
Senior Leader, Course Conductor Training and Development
CSIA Level 4, Level 4 Course Conductor
418-487-8307
Products and Education Manager
CSIA Level 4, Level 4 Course Conductor
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 237
Information Technology Manager
CSIA Level 3, Level 4 (Skiing), ACA Level 3
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 229
Membership Experience Manager
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 238
Communications Coordinator
CSIA Level 1
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 222
Lead Program Administrator
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 234
Accounting Assistant
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 231
Bookkeeper
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 230
Membership Service Agent
1-800-811-6428 or 514-748-2648 Ext. 221
Atlantic Education Program Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 100
Québec Education Program Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 101
Québec Regional Administrative Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 107
Ontario Education Program Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 103
Ontario Regional Administrative Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 102
Central Education Program Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 104
Alberta Education Program Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 111
Alberta Regional Administrative Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 105
British Columbia Education Program Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 106
British Columbia Regional Administrative Coordinator
1-800-811-6428 Ext. 108
The CSIA continues to promote ongoing education through its Scholarship Program. Financial assistance is made available to full-time and part-time Ski Instructors that have unmistakably demonstrated their commitment to the sport of skiing and have distinguished themselves by their initiative and involvement in their Snow School. The Scholarship Program offers an incredible opportunity to support your growth through our system, so take advantage of this opportunity and apply!
The National Scholarship Program in funded through voluntary contributions received from CSIA Members at large. A number of our six Regional Boards have also allocated significant resources to scholarship awards.
The 2024-2025 Scholarship application period opens on October 1st, 2024 and the deadline date is December 10th, 2024.
The CSIA Scholarship Program grants selected applicants with a one-time use promo code, applicable on one or more Certification Programs of their choice, up to a value of $500 ($1000 when applied towards Level 4 Programs).
The Candidate must:
The Scholarships shall be awarded based on the following criteria:
Selection Process and communication:
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Q: How do I find a job as a Ski Instructor in Canada?
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Q: How do I post a job for my Snow School?
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