CADS NCD Mount Pakenham Adaptive Ski Program

03/24/2026

03/24/2026

CADS Tessier Adaptive Sports Kimberley Alpine Resort

03/23/2026

Earlier this month, longtime CADS coach and athlete Phillip Mcneely hit the slopes at Kimberley Alpine Resort for the CADS Festival. Check out the highlights from the week.

03/15/2026

We're beyond thrilled for Hobbs and his family, who recently had an epic time at the CADS festival, flying through the snow of Kimberley, BC

03/11/2026

Juggling, coaching, and crushing it on the slopes - CADS Coach Paul is the ultimate triple threat! 🤹‍♂️ We’re lucky to have him as part of the CADS team!

03/09/2026

This one’s for you, Mount Pakenham ❄️ Thank you for another unforgettable season on the hill. From leadership and admin to ski‑in‑schools, rentals, instructors, operations, and everyone who keeps the hill running—you make the magic happen.

On behalf of the entire CADS‑NCD Mount Pakenham crew—our staff, volunteers, athletes, and families—kudos to each and every one of you.

Your support and partnership help our community thrive on and off the snow. 💙

03/09/2026

Most Improved Athlete – CADS 2026 Season - This award is made in memory of Rick Ellas

Congratulations, Simon Edgar! Simon has been part of our program for years, always working hard and showing up with determination. Last spring, Coach Grant and Doug took a big step and “cut him loose” on Wizard for the very first time—and he proved he was ready. He showed real control, confidence, and the ability to navigate the hill on his own terms.

This season, Simon took that momentum and ran with it. We started again on Wizard, added slack‑tether runs, and over the past two weeks he’s gone fully free‑range. He’s been showing consistent pizza/snowplow, making intentional turns, and—best of all—having an absolute blast out there. If you’ve seen the videos, you know exactly what we mean.

There’s still more to learn, but the progress he’s made is huge. Simon is listening, applying, and pushing himself in all the right ways. We couldn’t be prouder of his growth this season.

Here’s to independence, confidence, and many more amazing runs ahead. Way to go, Simon! 🎉⛷️💙

03/09/2026

For 2026, there was a shared award for the CADS Mount Pakenham Volunteer of the Year Award. This award is made in memory of Derek Sarsfield. 

From Brian Sarsfield:

Christine Charters Ellas believes strongly in the mission of CADS–Pakenham and demonstrates that commitment through her steady leadership and hands-on involvement. Further, she finds true joy in bringing joy to others, and in building meaningful connections with students and their parents/caregivers, and other volunteers.

Manya Charette is an invaluable leader within the Sunday CADS instructor team. Her dedication, generosity, and quiet strength embody the values of CADS and the spirit of the Volunteer of the Year Award—bringing hope, joy, and stability to the lives of CADS skiers and volunteers alike.

Congratulations to both incredibly deserving recipients!

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

Big shoutout to Evie, our talented solo (for now!) CADS snowboarding athlete! She had an amazing time on the slopes this season, accompanied by Coaches Paul & John.