Welcome to Ski News. We hope you enjoy reading about Nova Scotia’s cross-country ski community.
Skills Clinics
We offer skills clinics for able bodied and para nordic skiers of all ages and abilities. Some events offer equipment to borrow, such as ski gear, sit skis or a kick sled. Choose from social skis, beginner clinics, snowshoe jaunts, moonlit adventures and more. We also list clinics hosted by Municipalities and organizations.
Schools and community groups are encouraged to book a skills clinic tailored to your requirements – we have a ski fleet available for rent, which is available with or without a coach or support staff. Learn more.
Baddeck Nordic Club, Cape Breton
Feb 14 – Youth + Family Ski + Games, 10 am – 12 pm
Feb 14 – Guided Ski + Snowshoe, 12-1 pm
Feb 14 – Nordic Ski Clinic, 1:30-2:30 pm
Feb 14 – Guided Ski + Snowshoe, 2:30-3:30 pm
Feb 15 – Nordic Ski Clinic, 11-12 pm
Feb 15 – Guided Ski + Snowshoe, 12-1 pm
Feb 15 – Nordic Ski Clinic, 1:30-2:30 pm
Feb 15 – Guided Ski + Snowshoe, 2:30-3:30 pm
Mainland Nova Scotia
Feb 14 – Try Skiing @ Recreation Hub, Kentville, 1-3 pm
Feb 14 – Sunset Ski @ Recreation Hub, Kentville, 4:30-6 pm
Feb 14 – Workshop + Lunch + On-Snow Tips @ The Keppoch, 10:30 am + 1 pm
Feb 15 – Workshop + Lunch + On-Snow Tips @ The Keppoch 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Feb 15 – Try Skiing @ Links at Brunello, 1-3 pm
Feb-15 – Try Skiing @ Links at Brunello, 3:30-5 pm
Ski Maintenance Workshops
Attend a ski maintenance workshop led by ski technician, Ike Whitehead, aka “that ski guy”. You’ll be in a fun group environment where you’ll learn simple techniques to take care of your skis – with opportunities to practice. Some sessions include ski lessons on-snow after the classroom-based workshop. Organizations are invited to book a workshop for your staff +/or volunteers. Learn More.
Workshops by municipalities + organizations:
Feb 14 @ The Keppoch (on-snow lesson + lunch + workshop)
Feb 15 @ The Keppoch (on-snow lesson + lunch + workshop)
Club Events (Feb 11 – 18)
Cape Breton Nordic, Sydney, Cape Breton
Feb 15 – Youth + Family Fun Ski Day (free), 1-4 pm
North Highlands Nordic, Cape North, Cape Breton
Feb 14 – Homemade breakfast, 10 am – 12 pm
Feb 14 – Pop-Up Shop Glenborn Orchard, 12-4 pm
Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day Pub Night, 8 pm
Feb 14-16 – Firepit + marshmallows
Feb 16 – Half price on trail day pass + rentals
Feb 16 – Fun games!
Feb 17 – Tea + Ski/Snowshoe, 10 am – 12 pm
Nova Scotia Provincial Championships
Feb 21-22, 2026 at North Highlands Nordic
This friendly event has races for all ages and abilities. Some skiers choose competitive races, while many select recreational “fun skis” – there’s something for everyone! Be inspired by Nova Scotia’s grand-masters, first-timers, and team competitors. The event will be held at North Highlands Nordic, located in Cape North, Cape Breton Island.
Day 1: Classic ski
Day 2: Skate ski, dinner, medal ceremony
> Event Details (Check NHN website regularly for further details!)
Events
Find additional cross-country ski events across the province hosted by ski clubs, municipalities, and various organizations. You can subscribe to our Gmail calendar to receive email notifications when new events are added. If your organization has an event to list, contact communications@crosscountryns.ca.
Club Event Highlights
Youth Fun Day at Baddeck Nordic Club, February 7
By Nicoline Kerkhoven DeWitt (Baddeck Skiers Facebook Group): Congratulations to these successful young risk takers! Thank you to parents, coaches, instructors, the Baddeck Public Library Equipment Loan program and the Cross Country Nova Scotia Ambassador program.
Don’t worry if you missed this one… there is another family event next Saturday February 14th! For more information on this event and others, visit the Events on the Baddeck Nordic Club page.
2nd Annual Margaret Fraser Memorial Snowshoe Loppet at North Highlands Nordic, February 8
By Theresa Buchanan (North Highlands Nordic Facebook): Thanks to everyone who came in memory of our dear sister Margaret. She would be so proud. Not to forget all the volunteers and North Highlands Nordic. Thanks again an awesome day.
North Highlands Nordic hosts this event annually to remember Margaret. The event includes snowshoeing, sharing a potluck meal and a special presentation in which participants are awarded a hand-crafted wooden medal. Participants snowshoe with her family and friends, tell stories, laugh and remember this amazing person who was a dedicated volunteer at NHN.
Jackrabbit and Bunnies Race Day at North Highlands Nordic, February 7
A fun event for the youngsters at North Highlands Nordic! Creating magical childhood memories on skis. Special thank-you to all of the volunteers who made this event happen. Visit NHN’s Facebook page for additional footage and hear the laughter that filled the trails that day.
Snow Report
View groomed trail conditions across the province. Conditions are re-posted daily from ski area websites. Links to trail locations, maps, trail profiles on TrailForks and more! There are numerous micro-climates in Nova Scotia – while your front lawn may be green, groomed trails could be just a car ride away.
Clubs
Nova Scotia has four cross-country ski clubs that bring outdoor enthusiasts together. Consider joining one of our clubs to meet new ski friends and spend time with positive minded people. There are many ways to be involved as a volunteer that bring a great sense of purpose and the satisfaction of seeing many enjoy the sport. Our clubs welcome visiting skiers.
Cross-country ski clubs maintain expertly groomed and marked trails, which provide a safe place for beginners to learn. Clubs also host social events, races, pop-up races, pop-up instruction sessions, and offer programs for all ages and abilities. Additional activities may include: roller-skiing, nordic walking, snowshoeing, weekly social skis, and group trips.
Learn more about our clubs:
Baddeck Nordic Club, Baddeck
Cape Breton Nordic, North Sydney
North Highlands Nordic, Cape North
Scotia XC Ski Club, HRM, Greenwood, Kentville, Windsor
Volunteer Nominations
Do you know a special volunteer who goes above and beyond? Every spring at our AGM, we recognize individuals who have made an impact on our sport and the achievements of our provincial team athletes.
Nominate someone today!
> Nomination form
> Historic Recipients
Ski Team News
Race Results and Training
Nova Scotia ski team athletes and team alumni have been racing in Quebec and New Brunswick this past week.
Emma Archibald
Praparing for the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games!
Romey Gallagher
NB Cup #3, Miramichi, New Brunswick, Feb 11
7.5 km skate U16, 1/3
Suzanne Jackson
Eastern Canadian Championships, Gatineau, QC, Feb 3-5
1 km skate sprint U18, semi-finals, 12/63
Cohen Norman
Eastern Canadian Championships, Gatineau, QC, Feb 3-5
1.3 km skate sprint U20, qualifier, 14/41
1.3 km skate sprint open, quarter finals, 24/50
10 km skate interval start U20, 17/48
10 km classic mass start, U20, 17/50
Alumni Top 10
Eastern Canadian Championships, Gatineau, QC, Feb 3-5
Fiona McClure (Carleton University)
10 km classic mass start CCUNC, 6/40
Milo Sircom-Brown (University of Ottawa)
10 km classic mass start CCUNC, 9/49
February Racing
Keep an eye out for racers competing at Nova Scotia Provincial Championships, February 22-23, at North Highlands Nordic; Cohen Norman and Sircom-Brown are set to compete (potentially additional NS team alumni) at Ontario University Athletics Nordic Skiing Championships (Zone4), February 20-22; and we may have skiers entering the Cross Country Ski New Brunswick Cup series of events.
Officials Courses
Level 1 – Online, complete anytime at your pace
Coaching Courses
Coaching courses enhace the enjoyment of our sport – even if you don’t intend to coach or assist in a formal capacity. Whether you’re a parent who’s looking to pick up a few tricks to raise lifelong skiers, a grandparent who wants to become more involved in assisting with club programs, or a competitive skier interested in coaching the next generation of racers – NCCP is your first step.
Introduction to Community Coaching – Online, complete anytime at your pace
Community Coaching – In-person, offered generally once per season by CCNS
> NCCP
Free NCCP Coaching Courses + E-Learning Modules
Sport Nova Scotia is announcing that free NCCP Competition Introduction and Competition Development coaching courses have been scheduled for January to April 2026. In addition, free codes are also available for coaches wishing to complete the following e-learning modules in the NCCP Locker:
Sport Nutrition
Creating Positive Sport Environments
Coaching Initiation
Leading Drug-Free Sport
Coaching Athletes with a Disability
To obtain your free code, please contact:
Mike Hudson: mike.hudson@coachingns.ca
Allison Saunders: allison@csiatlantic.ca
Board of Directors
Our volunteer leadership team is dedicated to the strategic growth of our sport. With more than 150 years of combined cross-country ski experience and diverse professional backgrounds, our executive directors work to bring the joy of skiing to many.
Cross Country Nova Scotia 