On the up slope
The climate is fine at Red
Erik Kalacis said Red didn’t suffer the winter blues. —Photo by Tanya Laing Gahr
Red Mountain Resort is Rossland’s biggest winter attraction, and even in an uncertain economy, the mountain held its own in terms of revenue this past season, said Erik Kalacis, the general manager and vice-president of sales and marketing for the resort. “We did well,” said Kalacis. “Red Property Management, which manages all of the base area bookings, said revenues are up nine per cent over last year. That’s good news.” Kalacis attributes the success to having new ski-in/ski-out condo units at the base of the mountain. The new units are bringing in investors from the U.S., B.C. and Alberta as well as from overseas, especially the U.K. The other reason has a lot to do with Red Mountain’s reputation. It is the oldest ski resort in Western Canada and boasts legendary powder, moderate winter temperatures and a connection to the past. “The history of skiing is very deep in Rossland,” said Kalacis.
Key Rossland contacts
Richmond, BC
PHONE: 1-800-663-2872
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Rossland, BC
Vital statistics
- Population :: 3,200
- Number of businesses :: 155
- Supporting industries :: Mining (smelting and refining), Forestry, Tourism, Health Care, Service & Supply
Vital contacts
- City of Rossland :: www.rossland.ca
- Phone :: (250) 362-7396
- Rossland Chamber of Commerce :: www.rossland.com
- Phone :: (250) 362-5666
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