New Videos coming soon!
Available on the CSIA YouTube and Vimeo channels.
1. Manuals - Teaching and Technical Concepts.
Getting Started Manual
(New version coming soon!)
The Canadian Teaching Approach
The 5 Skills Framework
(Coming soon!)
2. Programs Candidate Guides
Level 1 Candidate Guide Level 2 Candidate Guide Level 3 Candidate Guide
Snow Park Candidate Guide Trainer Designation Candidate Guide
3. Online Tool - CSIA Lesson Plan
4. Videos
CSIA YouTube (Member News, Archives)
CSIA Vimeo (New content as of 2020)
5. Recommended readings for Certification Program participants:
Level 1 and Snow Park
Canadian Ski teaching – Getting Started, Lesson Plan, Canadian Teaching Approach
Level 2, Level 3, Trainer Development and Level 4
5 Skills Framework, Canadian Teaching Approach, Canadian Ski teaching – Getting Started, Lesson Plan
Diversity and Equality Code of Ethics Course Conductors Code of Conduct
General By-Law Strategic Plan Core Values 2021 Interski 2023 Team Selection
Helmet Policy Background Check Policy (MINTZ) Oath of Office Policy Social Media Policy
Conflict of Interest Policy Gender Equity Policy Harassment Policy
Written Communication directed to the BOD Policy CSIA Spokesperson Policy
CSIA Board Meetings Minutes and other documents
CSIA Technical Committee Terms of Reference
CSIA Technical Committee Meetings Recordings
Governance Committee Terms of Reference
CSIA Governance training sessions
CSIA WIS Committee Terms of Reference
Q: How do I find a job as a Ski Instructor in Canada?
A: Click here to search all jobs by Region.
Q: How do I post a job for my Snow School?
A: As a Director or Snow School Administrator, please log into your Snow School page and select the "Manage Job Postings" button. If you do not have a login name and password, please contact us and provide the following information:
CSIA OVERVIEW
The Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance (“CSIA”) is the professional ski teaching body in Canada. It trains and certifies ski instructors to better serve partners, such as Snow Schools and therefore contributing to the growth of the industry and enjoyment for the skiing public.
As the leader in the profession of ski instruction, the CSIA develops a safe and positive guest experience, a progressive approach and sets national standards in ski teaching.
The CSIA is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.