Rossland (BC), Canada - The Canadian Open Freeskiing Championship presented by Ledcor is back at B.C.'s Red Mountain ski area this January, featuring some of North America’s top freeskiers. The Open Finals will be held on legendary Mt. Roberts which boasts some of the best freeskiing terrain in North America and one of the longest, most challenging venues on the Big Mountain Freeskiing Circuit. The event starts with the Junior competition January 9-10, followed by the Open Senior event January 15-17. A cash purse of CDN $12,000 will be awarded to the top Open Senior skiers.




Presenting Sponsor Ledcor is the construction company behind Red’s luxury ski-in/ski-out residence, Slalom Creek. “As the premier builder of choice at Red Mountain, Ledcor Construction is once again thrilled to be sponsoring the Canadian Freeskiing Championships this coming January," said Peter Hrdlitschka, President of Ledcor. "This is our third consecutive year sponsoring this event and we are looking forward to another successful championship.”

Red Mountain Resort’s General Manager, Erik Kalacis said, “Red is proud to be hosting this Canadian classic for an eighth year and we look forward to watching these incredible skiers ripping up the steeps, taking huge air and enjoying our fabulous terrain. We also sincerely thank Ledcor for their continued support. It’s great to have a partner that gets involved, shares the passion and totally gets it.”

The format of the competition will follow the International Free Skiers Association’s (IFSA) Big Mountain Freeskiing guidelines. Participating athletes will be judged on line choice, fluidity, technique, aggression and control. Captain Jack Carey returns as Chief of Competition along with Jeff Holden, who will lead the team of judges as Head Judge.

Registration for the Senior Open event is limited to skiers 19 years and older. The Junior event is open to skiers aged 7-18. For registration and event information, visit www.canadianfreeskiing.com or phone Red Mountain Resort at (800) 663-0105.