Top of the World
Elevation: 2,080m
Nancy Greene International Race Centre
The Nancy Greene International Race Centre at Sun Peaks Resort is known worldwide for its consistent snow conditions, exceptional grooming, and dedicated chairlift access. The Race Centre regularly welcomes top alpine teams from around the world, offering an ideal environment for early-season race preparation.
About the Resort
Sun Peaks offers over 4,400 acres of skiable terrain with a variety of runs for all ages and skill levels. The alpine-style village is located at the base of the lifts, allowing you to stay within a five-minute walk of the Sunburst Express chairlift (which offers early load access).
Race Centre users may use their passes to ski either before or after their lane times.
Following the public opening date, teams will have access to open public terrain. Prior to opening day (weather permitting), teams may be able to ski down Cahilty and 5 Mile to the Elevation chairlilift before or after their scheduled lane session.
There is no requirement to book accommodation with a specific hotel. This flexibility gives teams more affordable lodging options and supports a range of budget-friendly training camps.
About the Snow
Snowmaking lines run the full length of the course—from top to bottom—helping ensure a reliable early-season opening.
In 2025, Sun Peaks became the first ski resort in North America to use an innovative snow storage system developed by Finnish company Snow Secure. The technology preserves snow through the summer, providing stored snow that can be used to supplement early-season snowmaking and support race training at the Nancy Greene International Race Centre on Tod Mountain.
What began in spring 2025 with one stored pile of snow expanded to three storage sites in 2026, further increasing our early-season snow capabilities and supporting the continued growth of our race training program.
Sun Peaks Resort has invested close to $500,000 in the system to help provide more reliable early-season training conditions. Specialized insulated mats protect the stored snow from the elements throughout the summer, even during periods of extreme heat.
The snow storage program complements ongoing multi-year snowmaking upgrades across the Race Centre, including new snow guns, weather monitoring systems and infrastructure improvements.
Snow Storage By the Numbers
- 1st in North America: Sun Peaks became the first North American ski resort to use the technology in 2025.
- 17,000m³: Estimated volume of snow stored per pile.
- 92m / 300ft: Length of each snow pile.
- 9m / 30ft: Height of each snow pile.
- 80–85%: Snow retained over the summer.
- 10 acres: Approximate ski run area that can be covered to a depth of 30cm.
- +1C / 34F: Snow surface temperature recorded when the outside air temperature reached +35C / 95F.
Sun Peaks Race Centre Access and Operations
Serviced by the Elevation chairlift, the Nancy Greene International Race Centre can support multiple lanes of GS and SL.
Tentatively starting November 6, 2026, early season training at the Nancy Greene International Race Centre will begin. Lane space is available throughout the season until April 4, 2027. Lanes operate daily as below:
November 6 to 30, 2026
Coaches Load: 7:30am
Session 1: 7:45am to 11:30am
Session 2: 12:00pm to 3:45pm
December 1, 2026 to April 4, 2027
Coaches Load: 8:15am
Session 1: 8:30am to 12:15am
Session 2: 12:30pm to 4:15pm
Blackout Dates
December 25, 2026 to January 4, 2027
February 15 to 18, 2027
While specific lane requests are considered, assignments are made based on team size and overall traffic flow and cannot be guaranteed.
Post-season training is available and hosted by BC Alpine. Please visit their website for details.
Race Centre Map
The Nancy Greene International Race Centre operates on the OSV and Lower Chute ski runs. Athletes and staff access the top of the race centre via the Sunburst Express chairlift, uploading from the base area. During the early season, downloading via the Sunburst Express chairlift is permitted to ensure consistent access when snow coverage at lower elevations is limited.
The Elevation chairlift provides efficient mid-mountain transportation, offering a swift and convenient six-minute ride from the base of the race runs back to the top.
Located at the summit of the Sunburst Express chairlift and adjacent to the OSV run, the Sunburst Bar + Eatery serves as a key facility for athletes and visitors. It offers food and beverage services (during public opening), washroom facilities, and functions as a warming area, providing comfort and convenience during training and competition days.
Terms and Conditions
Lane assignment is based on traffic flow and team size. Requests for specific lanes will be reviewed but are not guaranteed.
Coaches, athletes, volunteers and team representatives are to follow the Code of Conduct and Terms and Conditions.
Powder Ventures Cross Course
In addition to our Race Centre, Sun Peaks is home to the Powder Ventures Cross Course. For inquiries regarding availability and pricing for course usage, please contact our Group & Race Coordinator.
How to Book
Book in advance as pre-season space and timing fill up quickly.
Please contact:
Emma Wise, Group and Race Coordinator
Sun Peaks Resort LLP
250.578.5550
sales@sunpeaksresort.com