BC Adaptive Snowsports – The Black Diamond Gala

We attended the Black Diamond Gala held by the BC Adaptive Snowsports at the Westin Bayshore last night, which is a charity offering adaptive skiing, snowboarding and overall accessibility to mountain activity for individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities.  Great cause and great event!  Thanks to BridgePoint Financial for providing support to such a great organization.  It was an inspirational fundraising event and was great to see that over $30,000 was raised in the live auction alone.

Info on the BC Adaptive Snowsports charity:

History & Background

BC Adaptive Snowsports established in 1973 is a registered charity (Charitable #118885813RR0001) supporting and promoting adaptive skiing, snowboarding and mountain accessibility as a form of rehabilitation and recreation for participants with physical and cognitive disabilities, contributing to an overall active and healthy lifestyle for British Columbians.

Staff & Volunteers

BC Adaptive Snowsports relies on a combination of paid staff and strong volunteer base to provide programming throughout the province. We employee 2 full-time and various part-time professional staff members and are governed by an 8 person volunteer board of directors. Additionally, hundreds of individuals volunteer in various roles in local clubs as ski and/or snowboard instructors and coaches to administrators, fundraisers and directors. If you have an interest in volunteering, we encourage you to contact us contact us.

Vision

We inspire a passion for participation in adaptive snow sports for all.

Mission

We enhance the quality of life for children, youth and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities, their families and volunteers by providing opportunities to experience the joy, freedom, and health and wellness benefits of adaptive snowsports.

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