Kids 12 and under can ski for free this season at Vancouver Island’s ‘other’ mountain

Get those snowboards and skis ready, Mount Cain is still eyeing an opening date of Dec. 6. Not only are the plans for it be open, but kids 12 and under can now go for free on Vancouver Island’s “other” ski hill. “The age for free lift tickets has changed for this season from six to 12 years old and younger,” says a press release from Mount Cain. “To take advantage of this for your kids, just check in at the ticket booth, complete the waiver, attach your pass somewhere visible, and you’re set to ski.” Season passes for kids 12 and under are still available, but for a small fee for printing the pass. “This initiative is part of our commitment to providing affordable and sustainable recreational activities to North Islanders, and we can’t wait to see your smiles on the slopes,” said the release. Full ticket breakdowns and other information about the ski hill — located about halfway between Campbell River and Port Hardy — can be viewed at mountcain.com [https://www.mountcain.com/].