New Delhi: Snowfall in the Indian Himalayes is becoming harder to find, with the snowpack falling in places as high as 200 metres (650 feet), the Himalayan Council of Education (HCEE) said on Friday.The council’s data showed the average depth of snow in India is 0.07 metres (4 inches) in the Ganges-Brahmaputra Valley and 0.19…
What you need to know about the world’s snowiest cities, and why the Arctic is the most interesting
A new series from CBC’s Marketplace brings you a peek at the snowiest places in Canada.With an eye on how different cities are responding to climate change and how those trends are changing the land around us, Marketplace’s Marketplace panel explores what it takes to survive.1 of 3 Advertisement
Snow mountain boots make mountain snowblizzes seem a bit more normal
The snow blizzards of the northern hemisphere this winter have been so severe they are making skiing and snowboarding seem a lot more normal.In a new report, MountainSnowBoots, a leading global retail retailer, says snowboarding has become easier for more people and snowshoeing is also becoming more accessible.“With the advent of more affordable, more comfortable…
How the ‘Snow Mountain’ march ended in Calgary
Calgary, Alberta, Canada — March 13, 2019 — On the eve of the snowfall season, an annual snow-covered walk down the slopes of Mount Snow Mountain was halted in Calgary for several hours Saturday after an unidentified driver plowed into a group of snowmobilers, killing two people and injuring three others.A spokesman for the Alberta…
A Snowy Mountain Restaurant Is Bringing the ‘Taste of Spring’
Snowy mountain sushi is a dish that can be found all over the world, but there are some differences in what makes it different from other dishes like sushi rolls.The snow mannequin is made with frozen vegetables, and snow is the key ingredient.But snow mountain cuisine is also an homage to the snow man.This dish…
Which snow mountain package is right for you?
You’ve heard of the “snow mountain package” for a reason: you want a great view of the mountains.And when you have a family, it’s good to be able to share that view with them.However, there’s another package that has you and your family in the know, and it’s also a bit pricier.The snow mountain suite…
Why do we love snow? – By Dan M.S.Drew, CBC News
Posted November 15, 2018 05:13:08 It’s snowing in the northern United States, but for many, it’s not the type of weather you’re accustomed to seeing.Snow is not the only thing that’s coming down in the area, however.The northern part of the country is also getting a bit of the cold weather in the form of…
‘It’s a real life version of The Walking Dead’
It’s a movie and it’s an adaptation of a book, but what’s it like for you to direct it?We sat down with director and star Sam Raimi, who helmed the last film in the “Walking Dead” franchise, “The Last of Us.”We discussed his vision for the sequel, how it compares to “The Walking Dead,” and…
How to live in snow mountains: Burke Mountain snow
We’re in the thick of it here at Snow Mountain, and we’re still dealing with snow storms and extreme cold.For some, this means the prospect of being stuck in the snow and snow drifts for months at a time, or living in a tent for months without electricity.And for others, this is a nightmare of…
Snowfall totals across Canada’s boreal regions, 2016
The snowfall totals from April through October are available in the following table.All figures are for the region of the year, which excludes the fall in April and May.For a list of all of Canada’s winter events and forecast conditions, see the Events Calendar.February February 1 February 8 March 1 March 14 March 21 March…