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The '''Canadian Ski Museum''' (French: ''Le Musée canadien du ski'') is a [[museum]] based in [[Mont-Tremblant, Quebec]]. It was founded in 1971 by a dedicated group of volunteers and [[ski]] enthusiasts. Shortly thereafter, in 1975 the museum was incorporated. Since 2011 it has left the [[Ottawa]] location with collection online or stored.
The '''Canadian Ski Museum''' (French: ''Le Musée canadien du ski'') is a [[museum]] based in [[Mont-Tremblant, Quebec]]. It was founded in 1971 by a dedicated group of volunteers and [[ski]] enthusiasts. Shortly thereafter, in 1975 the museum was incorporated. Since 2011 it has left the [[Ottawa]] location with collection online or stored.


The museum's founders recognized the rapid expansion and development of the sport of [[skiing]] over the years; this inspired them to collect not only the material and artifacts related to skiing, but also the various stories associated with the early years. These artifacts and stories remain to be the foundation from which the museum has built its world-class collection.
The museum's founders recognized the rapid expansion and development of the sport of [[skiing]] over the years; this inspired them to collect not only the material and artifacts related to skiing, but also the various stories associated with the early years.


Upon the museum's opening, Herman 'Jackrabbit' Smith-Johannsen [http://www.skimuseum.ca/biodata.php?lang=en&id=123] acted as the Patron of the Canadian Ski Museum, and donated several of his prize possessions to the collection. Within the museum exhibit is an area devoted to 'Jackrabbit', the protagonist and practitioner of cross country and wilderness skiing who lived and breathed skiing for 111 years of his legendary life.
Upon the museum's opening, Herman 'Jackrabbit' Smith-Johannsen acted as the Patron of the Canadian Ski Museum, and donated several of his prize possessions to the collection. Within the museum exhibit is an area devoted to 'Jackrabbit', the protagonist and practitioner of cross country and wilderness skiing.


The Canadian Ski Museum's unparalleled collection of artifacts and archival holdings are a priceless part of Canadian [[cultural heritage]]. Since the Museum's beginnings, the collection has continued to grow, and the presentations of displays and stories about the history of skiing in Canada have increased. The museum has an incredible collection of photographs, memorabilia, skis, poles and ski clothing donated by skiers, all devoted to preserving the memory of Canada's skiing past.
The museum has a collection of photographs, memorabilia, skis, poles and ski clothing donated by skiers.


At present, volunteers supported by a small paid staff, carry out the Museum's activities. The Museum relies on the support of friends and donors to continue to preserve and present Canadian Ski Heritage.
At present, volunteers, supported by a small paid staff, carry out the museum's activities. The museum relies on the support of friends and donors to continue to preserve and present Canadian Ski Heritage.


The Canadian Ski Museum is a registered Canadian Charity and governed by a board of directors, operating through the chair of the board and an executive committee. The Canadian Ski Museum is recognized by the Fédération Internationale de Ski ("FIS") the [[International Ski Federation]].{{cn|date=October 2023}}
The Canadian Ski Museum established the [[Canadian Ski Hall of Fame]] in 1982 [http://www.skimuseum.ca/famealpha.php?lang=en]. Since the creation of the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame over 140 people have been inducted. The Canadian Ski Hall of Fame honours the pioneers, competitors, builders and industry personnel that have contributed significantly to Canada's skiing/snowboarding heritage.

The Canadian Ski Museum is a registered Canadian Charity and governed by a Board of Directors, operating through the Chair of the Board and an Executive Committee. The Canadian Ski Museum is recognized by the Fédération Internationale de Ski ("FIS") the [[International Ski Federation]].


== Sources ==
== Sources ==
* Virtual Museum of Canada [https://archive.today/20130115201356/http://www.virtualmuseum.ca/CommunityMemories/ACUS/000a/Exhibits/English/index.html]
*Virtual Museum of Canada<ref>{{Cite web |date=2013-01-15 |title=Origins of Skiing in Canada's National Capital Region |url=https://archive.ph/20130115201356/http://www.virtualmuseum.ca/CommunityMemories/ACUS/000a/Exhibits/English/index.html |access-date=2025-01-07 |website=archive.ph}}</ref>
* Pacific Rim Snow Sports Alliance [http://www.pacificrimalliance.org/F.PublicAffairs/SkiHistory/museums.html]
*Pacific Rim Snow Sports Alliance<ref>{{Cite web |title=Pacific Rim Snow Sports Alliance |url=http://www.pacificrimalliance.org/F.PublicAffairs/SkiHistory/museums.html |access-date=2025-01-07 |website=www.pacificrimalliance.org}}</ref>
* Canadian Museum of Civilization [http://www.civilization.ca/hist/biography/biographi243e.html]
*Canadian Museum of Civilization<ref>{{Cite web |title=Civilization.ca - Canadian Personalities - Jackrabbit Johannsen |url=http://www.civilization.ca/hist/biography/biographi243e.html |archive-url=http://web.archive.org/web/20080616075614/http://www.civilization.ca:80/hist/biography/biographi243e.html |archive-date=2008-06-16 |access-date=2025-01-07 |website=www.civilization.ca}}</ref>
* International Skiing Heritage Association [http://skiinghistory.org/]
*International Skiing Heritage Association [http://skiinghistory.org/]


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== External links ==
*[http://www.skimuseum.ca/ Canadian Ski Museum official website ]
*[http://www.skimuseum.ca/fame.php Canadian Ski Hall of Fame official website]

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Latest revision as of 08:58, 7 January 2025

Canadian Ski Museum
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Established1975
Typesport museum
DirectorIvo Krupka
Websitewww.skimuseum.ca

The Canadian Ski Museum (French: Le Musée canadien du ski) is a museum based in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec. It was founded in 1971 by a dedicated group of volunteers and ski enthusiasts. Shortly thereafter, in 1975 the museum was incorporated. Since 2011 it has left the Ottawa location with collection online or stored.

The museum's founders recognized the rapid expansion and development of the sport of skiing over the years; this inspired them to collect not only the material and artifacts related to skiing, but also the various stories associated with the early years.

Upon the museum's opening, Herman 'Jackrabbit' Smith-Johannsen acted as the Patron of the Canadian Ski Museum, and donated several of his prize possessions to the collection. Within the museum exhibit is an area devoted to 'Jackrabbit', the protagonist and practitioner of cross country and wilderness skiing.

The museum has a collection of photographs, memorabilia, skis, poles and ski clothing donated by skiers.

At present, volunteers, supported by a small paid staff, carry out the museum's activities. The museum relies on the support of friends and donors to continue to preserve and present Canadian Ski Heritage.

The Canadian Ski Museum is a registered Canadian Charity and governed by a board of directors, operating through the chair of the board and an executive committee. The Canadian Ski Museum is recognized by the Fédération Internationale de Ski ("FIS") the International Ski Federation.[citation needed]

Sources

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  • Virtual Museum of Canada[1]
  • Pacific Rim Snow Sports Alliance[2]
  • Canadian Museum of Civilization[3]
  • International Skiing Heritage Association [1]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Origins of Skiing in Canada's National Capital Region". archive.ph. 2013-01-15. Retrieved 2025-01-07.
  2. ^ "Pacific Rim Snow Sports Alliance". www.pacificrimalliance.org. Retrieved 2025-01-07.
  3. ^ "Civilization.ca - Canadian Personalities - Jackrabbit Johannsen". www.civilization.ca. Archived from the original on 2008-06-16. Retrieved 2025-01-07.