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It’s Time For Kidsfest

Join us for Kidsfest this weekend starting on Saturday, March 29th at 10 am. On Sunday, March 30th, we’ll be hosting a pancake breakfast and colouring contest at Turk’s starting at. All event details can be found in the attached poster below. Photos by: Kimberley...

Land Acknowledgement

Mount Cain is located in the territory of the ‘Namgis First Nation. The mountainous area near the Davie River, or Dzudzux‘an, is known as Papikalan in Kwak’wala, meaning place of marmots.

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Special Events

There’s always something to do at Mount Cain! Check out our Events page to learn about our annual competitions, festivals and more!

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Dust off the horns. Bring out the furs.

Mar 6, 2025 | Special Events, Weekly Updates

Come join us with one of the Cain favorite celebrations - Viking Fest, this Saturday March 8th.This is the time to bring out your finest viking attire to wow the crowd of fellow vikings. Be ready to fly down the mountain in a dual slalom race then test your accuracy...

Skål & Full Send! Viking Fest & The Big Wave Gathering & More…

Feb 28, 2025 | Weekly Updates

Viking Fest is coming up next weekend - Saturday March 8th, dust off those horns blow dry your furs it's gonna be a time! Come dressed as your best viking and race your friends in the annual dual slalom race down the face. It all ends with a beer garden, axe throwing,...

SNOW ALERT, you will want to read this newsletter.

Feb 20, 2025 | Events, Special Events, Weekly Updates

If you haven’t looked at the forecast yet and just can’t wait, skip to the end.March is just around the corner, and we want to make sure you're in the loop with upcoming events and important dates! Viking Fest - Saturday, March 8thGet your finest Viking attire ready...

mount cain sponsors

Mount Cain could not run without the financial support it receives from several businesses that support us during the ski season and beyond. Many thanks to the following companies and organizations.

FRIENDS OF mount cain

Mount Cain relies on the generosity of companies, agencies, and individuals who donate time, materials, and equipment crucial to making our little mountain a big success. Thank you!

Abernathy Contracting - Black Cat Repairs - Home Structural Inc. Karsten Construction – Lemare – Ministry of Forests – North Island Rockpro – PBX Engineering – Scott and Scott Architecture – Strategic Wildfire – Strathcona Electrical – Tex Electric – Welder Engineering – Western Forest Products

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