I am in my third year on the Whitehorse Nordic Ski Society Board of Directors and am currently serving my first year as President. Since moving to the Yukon more than 20 years ago, XC skiing and Whitehorse Nordic have been an important part of my family's life in the Yukon, and I have come to appreciate the important role Whitehorse Nordic plays in bringing people together, promoting health and wellbeing, introducing people to the sport, supporting athletes, and hosting events. As an experienced board member with a strong background in non-profit governance at both the national and local level, I am excited to help lead the continued growth and success of the Whitehorse Nordic Centre. My priorities include initiatives that strengthen our ability to host major races, events, and training opportunities, enhance the member experience, and build on Whitehorse's reputation as a leading destination for XC skiing. I helped lead the development of Whitehorse Nordic's recent strategic plan and look forward to working with the Board, staff, volunteers, members, and community partners to bring that vision to life. As a trained Nordiq Canada Level 2 Official, I volunteer regularly at races and events throughout the season, including supporting Team Yukon at the 2023 and 2024 Arctic Winter Games and serving as a Major Official for XC skiing at the 2026 Arctic Winter Games.

I've lived in Whitehorse and been an active member of the WNSS for over 30 years. I was first on the board approximately 20 years ago. At that time my reasons for getting involved was to support kids programming such as Jackrabbits. My current stint on the board began in 2019 and since 2020 I've held the position of Treasurer.    For me the WNSS is a place for friends and family to gather and enjoy skiing on our incredible trail network. I love being out on the trails and seeing all the smiling faces enjoying our Yukon winters.  The WNSS has been an important part of my Yukon life and I'm happy to be able to contribute through my role as a board member.

I moved to Whitehorse in 2001 with my partner, Pete, and we’ve been smitten ever since with the easy access to beautiful and vast wilderness, a vibrant community, long, beautiful winters, and world-class nordic skiing. We have two children who have benefited from the Jackrabbits, Junior Development, and Squad Programs. I grew up in Gatineau Park, another Canadian nordic skiing hotspot. There, like here, skiing was a defining part of my winter life. I can say with certainty that my life is better because of skiing, and perhaps even that it makes me a better person. For me, it’s a way to exercise and explore, as well as connect with myself, my family and friends, and the outdoors. I never cease to feel excited about - and grateful for - the skiing opportunities we have here with so many trails so close to downtown.  I joined the WNSS Board in 2021 and have enjoyed helping move forward the goals of the READI committee, working towards reconciliation, equity, accessibility, diversity and inclusion. I hope to see a day when everyone in Whitehorse has the opportunity to ski! This means making the facilities, trails and culture as welcoming as possible and eliminating barriers to access. I have served as a director and president on the Fiddleheads (youth musical program) Board, and have worked for non-profit organizations throughout my career. I look forward to seeing you out there!

Skiing on the amazing trails at Mount Mac has been a highlight of my winters in Whitehorse since the mid 80's. Every day that I ski on our trails; with friends, family, my dog or instructing with the Adult Ski Program is a great day! This year I wanted to give back to the club a bit more and so with some hesitancy I put my name forward to be a director on the WNSS board. I've been on various other boards and committees; the majority of them health-related. Right from the first board meeting, I was impressed by the depth of knowledge, dedication and inclusiveness of the returning board members. I look forward to working with these great volunteers and the awesome staff of the Whitehorse Nordic Centre.

I did not grow up in the North, but my family has called Whitehorse home for nearly 12 years. We are fortunate to live in this community and appreciate the people as well as the access to our world-class mountains and trails. I am relatively new to the cross-country ski community, but I look forward to it every year, as it has become a major reason I love Yukon winters. I joined the WNSS board because I value the club's work in developing and maintaining our trail systems and programming. I look forward to collaborating with fellow board members to serve the community, support growth, and ensure our trails remain a vibrant asset for everyone.

I look forward to snow every year.  Enjoying downhill skiing as a youngster with my family, then eventually transitioned into “earn my turns” with XC skiing. I bought my first season’s pass for the Mt. McIntyre trails in 1989, even though the commute to the trailhead was long as I lived in Mayo back then, it was definitely worth it.    My passion lies in seeing the smiles on faces like when a new skier gives 2 thumbs up after mastering a hill with the elation at reaching the bottom.  I consider myself fortunate to have worked with the Recreation and Parks Association as the Winter Active for Life Coordinator seeing the simple joy of being outside in our Yukon winter.  Trained as a Nordiq Canada Learn to Compete coach , I’ve had the privilege of coaching various programs across the country, most recently our own Jr. Development Program (JDP). This honor fills my cup with the coaches and athletes I’ve had the privilege to work with.   The day is complete after heading out on the trails on skinny skis with family, friends or a gaggle of athletes as a coach.  I’ve been fortunate to be able to enjoy XC skiing in Eastern Canada/US, BC, Alberta, Washington, Greenland and of course Yukon and Alaska.  See you on the trails.

As an avid skier and member for almost two decades, I am pleased to represent Whitehorse Nordic members as a director and secretary. I love skiing early in the morning, heading out with my own children, working with athletes as a volunteer coach, taking my students out on the trails and organizing races for our community. We are extremely fortunate as Yukon skiers because of our strong sense of community, our extensive trail network, our club house as a place to connect and of course our long winters. I would like to continue promoting the beauty of Whitehorse cross country skiing both in our own community and across Canada to encourage more people to go outside and to enjoy what makes the Yukon such a special place to ski. I am dedicated to enhancing our existing infrastructure, promoting sport tourism, and working towards hosting major events. Whether you are a regular user, new to skiing, training at a high level or exploring the trails for the first season, please feel free to introduce yourself, ask questions and tell me about your ski experience at Whitehorse Nordic.

I joined the WNSS board in 2017 and have served as Director,  Vice-President and President. I have also served as a director or officer on other boards in Yukon, including a daycare board, a community association board and a school board. I am  happiest when spending time outdoors with my wife and two daughters, especially when we’re on skis. I am a struggling yet persevering masters skier.

Ed vR moved to Whitehorse in 1997 and has been cross-country skiing since the day he arrived. Ed is a passionate recreational skier, who joined the board to give a little bit back to the community and to help sustain our amazing ski trails and facilities. ​

I am new to the Board, but not to the ski trails. I have lived in Whitehorse since 1993, and have been enjoying winter pursuits ever since. The Whitehorse Nordic Centre is an amazing community resource. By serving on the Board, I am hoping to be able to give back something to it for all the benefits that my family and I have received from it. If you see me on the trails, please feel free to provide to me any questions, comments, or feedback that you want to bring to the Board. Have a great ski season everybody!