2025 President’s Report

18 Oct 2025 President’s Report

It’s a pleasure to share this year’s President’s Report with you as we reflect on the 2024–2025 season — one marked by renewed energy, strategic growth, and strong community spirit across CADS Ontario.

All of our programs were able to run full and successful seasons, made possible by the dedication of our volunteers and partner resorts. We were thrilled to reach a membership total of 513 this year, reflecting the continued demand for inclusive snowsports across the province.

To support this growth, CADS Ontario delivered 16 certification clinics, resulting in 53 new certifications. This investment in training ensures that we continue to offer safe, high-quality programming to participants of all abilities.

Before the first snowfall we were proud to have Ian Duff represent CADS Ontario at the Fall Ontario Snow Resorts Association (OSRA) Conference. His presence reinforced our standing in the provincial snowsports community and opened the door to future collaboration with resort partners — critical to our ongoing program delivery.

Our Course Conductors continued to lead by example, participating in both Western and Eastern Pre-Course sessions and achieving national certifications. Their efforts support our growing network of instructors and uphold the high standards that CADS Ontario is known for.

Our major event of the season was the Friends and Family Ski and Snowboard Day, held in March at Osler Ski Club. This event not only raised vital funds but also introduced new families, potential volunteers, and supporters to the CADS Ontario mission.

Thanks to stellar weather and excellent snow conditions, and the dedicated leadership of Ingrid Watt, the event went off without a hitch. We’re incredibly grateful to the volunteers who supported both planning and event day operations. The event netted $15,000, which has already helped to subsidize training and program delivery costs throughout the province.

This season, we made several key investments in infrastructure and technology:

A new equipment shed, funded through a generous Ontario Trillium Foundation grant, was installed in time to support our Snow Valley program. This on-site storage has improved accessibility, organization, and overall efficiency for our volunteers.

We also introduced Square and TipTap devices, which modernized our fundraising and transaction capabilities, making it easier for donors to give and for us to process contributions on the go.

We closed out the season with a targeted planning session on June 7 at Snow Valley, where a small group of board members and program leaders came together to address key topics including training improvements, program director support and administration, and volunteer recruitment. These discussions are vital as we work to continuously enhance the experience for both our participants and volunteers — without whom none of this would be possible.

Finally, I’d like to extend a sincere thank-you to our donors — both public and private — who continue to support CADS Ontario. Your generosity ensures we remain on a stable financial footing, allowing us to invest in the people, equipment, and programs that bring adaptive snowsports to life across the province.

As we look to the season ahead, I remain incredibly optimistic about the future of CADS Ontario. With a committed community, growing interest, and strong partnerships, we are well-positioned to continue expanding access to inclusive, empowering snowsport experiences across the Province.

Thank you all for your continued support.