ALPINE ONTARIO ALPIN (AOA) provides leadership and support for the advancement of alpine, para alpine and ski cross racing in the province of Ontario by providing exceptional and sustainable programs and services from entry level to high performance. In collaboration with the 40 race clubs and their 30,000 members, partners and stakeholders, we support over 5,000 active racers, 3,000 coaches and thousands of officials and volunteers throughout the province.
AOA is a proud member of Alpine Canada Alpin (ACA) and recognized by the Canadian Snowsports Association, Ontario Winter Games, Canada Winter Games and the Government of Ontario under the umbrella of the Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries.
The AOA offices are based in Collingwood (and remotely) with staff dedicated to administration, communications, athlete development, coach education, sport safety and event management as well as a staff of highly qualified coaches operating the Ontario Ski Team. The organization is governed by an elected independent Board of Directors.
OUR MISSION
To provide leadership and structure for high quality, sustainable and afordable programming, and communicate the competitive, recreational and lifestyle benefits of ski racing to the community.