CADS Ontario

Adaptive Snowsports Program


Description

Offers people with disabilities an opportunity to ski and snowboard with support of trained volunteers and adaptive equipment

  • programs located across Ontario
  • Performance Development Program - for those who are more independent and have a need for speed
  • volunteers constantly needed to help support on the ski hill, with program administration and on Board of Directors

Programs held at:

  • Sault Ste Marie (Searchmont), Haliburton (Sir Sam's), Huronia (The Heights), Barrie (Snow Valley), Huronia (Horseshoe Resort), Mansfield, and Oshawa, (Brimacombe)
  • Performance Development Program is offered at Craigleith Ski Club in Collingwood.
Eligibility
Children, youth and adults with disabilities who require additional support and are unable to participate with existing ski schools ; volunteers must 16 years or older and are required to complete Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening
Application Process
Physician's permission, medical history, required
  • individual assessments necessary to determine suitability for program
  • registration begins in September/October at individual participating locations
  • see website for locations and programs
  • must obtain CADS membership ($47) for participation, but membership does not guarantee placement in program and should only be purchased after acceptance into program
  • Documents Required
    May vary; contact for information
    Office
    No public phone number
    Web Site
    https://www.cadsontario.ca
    Email
    [email protected]
    Mailing Address
    c/o CADS Ontario; 60 Langley Ave
    Toronto, ON, M4K 1B5
    Canada
    Languages
    English
    Contact
    Jonathan Wood, President
    Email: [email protected]
    Fees
    Membership - $50/year ; Program fees vary depending on program location
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    Last Updated On
    March 25, 2026
    Last Verified On
    February 25, 2026
    Address
    Toronto
    Toronto, ON
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    Accessibility
    Not applicable - Varies by location
    Hours of Operation
    Call or visit website for information
    Service Area(s)
    Ontario