Canadian Adaptive Snowports (CADS)
CADS is a Canadian organization that gives people living with disabilities the opportunity to eliminate barriers that have prevented them in experiencing the joy and freedom of snowsports.
About CADS at Sir Sam's Ski/Ride
Experience snowsports in a fun and inclusive environment that embraces diversity within an accessible community. Participants must have a current membership with CADS Ontario and register with CADS Sir Sam's to join the program. The CADS program at Sir Sam's Ski/Ride runs on 8 Sundays during the winter season.
CADS Program Offerings Include:
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Free lift tickets and rentals for CADS participants, instructors, and volunteers
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50% off lift tickets for CADS participants' immediate family members
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On hill assistance from CADS certified instructors
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Access to sit skis, outrigger skis, and other adaptive ski equipment as necessary
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Reserved equipment storage
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Dedicated CADS area in the chalet
For more information about the program, to register with CADS Sir Sam's, or to become a CADS volunteer at Sir Sam's Ski/Ride, send an email to cads.sirsams@gmail.com.
Access 2 Card Program
Sir Sam's Ski/Ride is a participating venue of the Easter Seals Access 2 Card Program.
About Access 2
The Access 2 Card is for people of all ages and types of permanent disabilities who require the assistance of a support person. A support person is an adult who accompanies a person with a permanent disability to assist with services that are not provided by the employees at the participating venue.
Using Your Access 2 Card
Purchase one lift ticket for the cardholder (online or at the ticket office). When picking up your ticket at the ticket office, present your Access 2 card to receive one free lift ticket for a support person. There are no discounts on rental equipment with the Access2 card.
Adaptive Lessons
Adaptive lessons are available through the Snow School and are taught by CADS certified instructors. Accessible ski equipment is available during the lesson if necessary. Adaptive lessons accommodate the needs of physically or cognitively impaired skiers. Adaptive skiing places the emphasis on the skier’s capabilities rather than any limitations.
Private Lessons
Private adaptive lessons are bookable in advance through the Snow School. For more information about adaptive private lessons or to book an adaptive lesson, send an email to snowschool@sirsams.com or call (705) 754-2298 ext. 220. General information about private lessons can be found here.
School Groups
Students requiring an adaptive lesson can often be accommodated during a school visit. When booking your visit, please indicate that an adaptive lesson is required to ensure that a CADS certified instructor is reserved for your group.
