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Canadian Birkie Ski Festival
February 8-10, 2019

Canada’s premier classic-style cross country ski festival

Get outdoors, get active and embrace winter!
Join us for family, recreational and competitive cross country ski events.

Birkie Friday February 8:  Opening Ceremonies, Nordic Fair and Registration Pick-Up
Birkie Saturday February 9: Ski Events for all ages and abilities, and Vikings’ Feast
Birkie Sunday February 10: Ski Events for young families

Register now

You are invited
to join our winter fun

Enjoy a three-day celebration of cross country skiing and Nordic Legends. The Birkie is Western Canada’s Premier Nordic Ski Event and one of only three Birkebeiner Loppets in the world – Norway and the USA host the other two. Formed in 1985, the Birkie continues the tradition of honouring perseverance, courage and fortitude…as well as lots of Nordic Fun for the whole family!

Pick a Ski Event

Want to make a difference?
Be a valued volunteer!

The Birkie depends on its 550+ volunteers to  put on this premiere ski loppet! Make one of the many integral positions, yours!

Become a volunteer

Need a ski lesson?
Take it to the next level

Join one of our many training courses, designed to prepare you for whichever event you are aiming to complete! Whether you have never skied before or if its been a few years and you’d like to practice – be a part of a fun and welcoming ski community. Lessons are led by our friendly, skilled and knowledgeable coaches.

Book a Training Session