Available on the CSIA YouTube and Vimeo channels.
1. Manuals - Teaching and Technical Concepts.
Getting Started Manual
Reading Documents
Collaborative Teaching Approach
Reading Documents / Video
Fundamentals of Skiing
Reading Documents / Video
Skills Framework
Reading Documents / Video / Ski to Snow Interaction
Skills Framework in Action
Reading Documents
Performance Model
Reading Documents
2. Documents - 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 - Members can access online content by clicking CSIA Lesson Plan.
4. Videos - Available on the CSIA YouTube and Vimeo channels.
CSIA YouTube (Member News, Archives)
CSIA Vimeo (New content as of 2020)
5. Recommended readings for Certification Program participants:
Level 1 and Snow Park
Collaborative Teaching Approach, Canadian Ski teaching – Getting Started, Lesson Plan
Level 2
Collaborative Teaching Approach, Fundamentals of Skiing (p.3–p.9), Skills Framework (p.2–6), Performance Model (p.4–15 & 20–27), Canadian Ski teaching – Getting Started, Lesson Plan
Level 3, Trainer Development and Level 4
Collaborative Teaching Approach, Fundamentals of Skiing, Skills Framework, Performance Model, 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 Foreign and Domestic Program Policy 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.
Membership Service Agent
The CSIA is looking to fill the permanent full-time position of Membership Service Agent. If you
thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and helping others, don’t miss this
opportunity to join a team of dedicated and passionate CSIA staff that serve a vibrant and
evolving community in the ski industry.
This position will:
* Be pivotal to the members satisfaction and engagement.
* Enable you to build relationships and to service members and partners.
* Showcase your customer service, organizational and multitasking skills.
Interested? Don’t miss this opportunity to become an integral part of this great organization.
Click here for a complete job description and please forward your resumé to
Contact: Sandra Turek at
Applications will be received until July 31, 2024
Intro to Terrain Park
This E-learning module is the product of a collaboration between ACA and CSIA, and is available exclusively to CSIA Instructors and ACA coaches.
Instructors and coaches will learn through this Intro to Terrain Park module how to create a safe and fun experience for their participants. This course covers: Safety Rules, Park Etiquette, Emergency Action Plan, Park and Features, Risk Assessments, Skill Matching and Teaching in the terrain park (XS and S features only).
Access to Terrrain park is subject to local resorts and snow schools rules. Please always verify with your employer before proceeding to the park with clients.
For CSIA Single Members
For CSIA-ACA Dual Members
