JOIN US!
Where and When
If you are interested in joining CSPS, contact a Patrol Leader listed for your area. There are costs involved but the benefits far outweigh the costs associated with the first aid and on-hill courses; National, Division, Zone and Patrol fees; and official uniform.
| CITY | SKI HILL | REGISTRATION | CLASSES | CONTACTS |
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| Espanola | Boogie Mountain Ski Hill | TBA | TBA | Patrol Leader |
| New Liskeard | Tri-Towns Ski Hill | TBA | TBA | Patrol Leader |
| North Bay | Lower Chalet of Laurentian Ski Hill on Ski Club Road |
7:00 pm September 12 & 18 | 6:30 pm Tuesdays; Alternate Thursdays | Patrol Leader |
| Sudbury | Adanac Ski Chalet | 7:00 pm September 18 | 7:00 pm Mondays and Wednesdays | Patrol Leader |
| Timmins | Kamiskotia Ski Resort | TBA | TBA | Patrol Leader |
What to Expect
The first aid course involves lectures, demonstrations and practice periods related to providing first aid to the injured in a winter environment. The instructors are very knowledgeable and the course is recognized by the Workers' Compensation Board of Ontario. Time is provided to practise those skills needed to care for the injured and to become proficient in applying them.
All patrollers, whether new to the system or seasoned veterans, must complete a written first aid exam, a practical exam, CPR and AED certification, on-hill training and toboggan handling. Although this may seem overwhelming, instructors and returning patrollers are willing and able to assist you during class times. All dues and/or fees must be paid before writing the first aid exam.
Benefits
There are some benefits and some perks for becoming a volunteer patroller. The perks may vary from one Patrol to another. You can expect, for example, to receive a complimentary season lift pass, reduced rates for food purchased in the cafeteria, or a secure place to store your belongings while patrolling.
The benefits include meeting others who want to share their enthusiasm for snow sliding and their desire to give back to the community as a volunteer on the ski hill. After the first year, you may visit other ski areas as a visiting patroller. The Patrol being visited may be able to provide a complimentary lift pass.
Responsibilities are the flip side of benefits. You may be expected to patrol a minimum number of hours during the season in order to provide adequate coverage during operational hours at your hill. You will be expected to arrive on time and ready for your shift. You are expected to patrol the full number of hours for your shift unless some emergency comes up which requires you to sign out.
Being a CSPS patroller is a rewarding way to spend time on the ski hill. Some patrollers have been members for 20 years or more and are as enthusiastic today as they were when they first joined. Why don't you give it a try?
Send Us Your Contact Information
Send us the following information: your name, home address, home phone number, age, name of patrol of interest.
The Patrol Leader will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
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| I am interested in joining the Patrol in: Espanola New Liskeard North Bay Sudbury Timmins |
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