Revelstoke
Revelstoke · British Columbia · Canada
1,713m
Vertical Drop
69
Runs
7
Lifts
1,263 ha
Skiable Area
1,049 cm
Avg Snowfall
Dec 2025 – Apr 2026
Season
Nearby town
Where workers live near Revelstoke
Closest first — click to see jobs & living info.
About
Home to North America's greatest vertical drop at 1,713 metres. Revelstoke is a powder paradise with uncrowded slopes, deep snowfall, and a tight-knit mountain community.
Terrain & Mountain Profile
Run Breakdown
Summit
2,225m
Base
512m
Vertical Drop
1,713m
Lift Breakdown
1
Gondolas
4
Chairlifts
2
Surface Lifts
Employment & Recruitment
Estimated Seasonal Staff
600–1,000
Main Employers
- Revelstoke Mountain Resort (resort operations)
- Sutton Place Hotel Revelstoke
- Hillcrest Hotel
- Revelstoke town restaurants & bars
- CMH Heli-Skiing (nearby)
Common Seasonal Jobs
Languages Required
- Visa Requirements
- International workers typically require a Working Holiday Visa (IEC) for Canada. Australian, UK, French, Irish, and many other nationalities are eligible. Some employers offer LMIA-backed work permits for specialized roles.
- Recruitment Timeline
- Hiring begins in September–October. Positions fill through November. Smaller resort so positions are more limited — apply early.
Worker Amenities & Living
Staff Housing Available
- Cost of Living
- CAD $250–$400 (housing, food, transport)
- Public Transport
- Free resort shuttle from Revelstoke town to the mountain. BC Transit local bus. Greyhound/Rider Express to Kelowna (3 hrs) and Calgary (4.5 hrs). No train service currently.
Staff Perks
- Free or discounted season pass
- Staff meal discounts
- Pro deals on gear
- Staff events & parties
- Tight-knit community vibe
Local Life & Community
- Après & Nightlife
- Low-key but fun. The Village Idiot is the go-to après bar. The Last Drop is a local favourite. Craft beer at Mt. Begbie Brewing. Woolsey Creek for dining. River City Pub for late nights.
- Healthcare
- Queen Victoria Hospital in Revelstoke with emergency department. Pharmacies in town (Pharmasave). Larger hospitals in Kamloops or Kelowna (2–3 hrs).
- Shops & Services
- Small but well-equipped town with grocery stores (Save-On-Foods, Southside Market), banks, gear shops, liquor store, and equipment rental.
- International Community
- Moderate — growing international worker community, primarily Australian and European. Smaller and more local-feeling than Whistler or Banff.
Outdoor Activities (Non-Ski)
Nearby Towns
Revelstoke
5 km awayA real mountain town (not a resort village) with authentic BC character. The resort is 5 min from downtown. Known for massive snowfall, affordable living (by BC standards), and a tight-knit community.
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Dec 2025 – Apr 2026
Climate & Snow
- Winter Temps
- -12°C to -3°C
- Snow Reliability
- high
- Snowmaking
- 5% of runs
- Avg Snowfall
- 1,049 cm/yr
Location
51.0000°N, -118.1606°W
Nearest town: Revelstoke