Big White Ski Resort
Big White Village · British Columbia · Canada
777m
Vertical Drop
118
Runs
16
Lifts
1,147 ha
Skiable Area
750 cm
Avg Snowfall
Nov 2025 – Apr 2026
Season
Nearby town
Where workers live near Big White Ski Resort
Closest first — click to see jobs & living info.
About
British Columbia's largest totally ski-in/ski-out resort, famous for its champagne powder and 'snow ghosts'. Located near Kelowna in the Okanagan with a strong Australian seasonal worker culture.
Terrain & Mountain Profile
Run Breakdown
Summit
2,319m
Base
1,508m
Vertical Drop
777m
Lift Breakdown
0
Gondolas
5
Chairlifts
11
Surface Lifts
Employment & Recruitment
Estimated Seasonal Staff
1,000–1,500
Businesses at Big White Ski Resort
No verified businesses at this resort yet.
Other businesses nearby
Operating in towns nearby — click through for details.
No businesses listed in nearby towns yet.
Common Seasonal Jobs
Languages Required
- Visa Requirements
- Working Holiday Visa (IEC). Strong Australian contingent on WHV.
- Recruitment Timeline
- Hiring August–October. Australian workers often recruited via agencies.
Worker Amenities & Living
Staff Housing Available
- Cost of Living
- CAD $300–$450/week
- Public Transport
- Free village shuttle. Kelowna (56km) has full city services and airport.
Staff Perks
- Free season pass
- Staff discounts
- Pro deals
- Staff events
- Accommodation assistance
Local Life & Community
- Après & Nightlife
- Snowshoe Sam's, Blarney Stone Pub. Fun Aussie-influenced après scene.
- Healthcare
- Village first aid. Kelowna General Hospital (56km) for emergencies.
- Shops & Services
- Small village shops and grocery. Kelowna for full shopping.
- International Community
- Large Australian community — Big White is known as 'Little Australia' in winter.
Outdoor Activities (Non-Ski)
Nearby Towns
Kelowna
56 km awayThe Okanagan's largest city and the base for Big White. Kelowna offers lake life, wineries, and full city amenities. Many Big White workers live here and commute up the mountain (56km).
Open Positions
Snow Clearing / Property Maintenance Worker
Canroc
CAD $25
Full Time
Cashier
The Market at Big White
Prep Cook
The Market at Big White
Server
BullWheel Gastro Family Pub
Bar Staff
Mooney Supply Group
Kitchen Staff
Mooney Supply Group
Chef
Mooney Supply Group
Bartender
Mooney Supply Group
Front of House Staff
Mooney Supply Group
Deli Staff
The Market at Big White
Season
Nov 2025 – Apr 2026
Climate & Snow
- Winter Temps
- -12°C to -4°C
- Snow Reliability
- high
- Snowmaking
- 5% of runs
- Avg Snowfall
- 750 cm/yr
Location
49.7225°N, -118.9314°W
Nearest town: Big White Village