Extreme Ski Swap

The Vancouver Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swap is an annual event at the PNE Forum in October. It’s a fundraiser for the Canadian Ski Patrol.

The event takes place in Vancouver on a weekend in the latter part of October. Additionally, there is one in Abbotsford on a weekend in mid-November.

In 2025, the Abbotsford event happens on November 15th and 16th. The Vancouver event ran on October 18th and 19th.

Visit skipatrol.ca/winterextreme for the event’s official website.

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Vancouver and Abbotsford Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swaps in 2025

One of the best places to buy used ski equipment is at the Vancouver Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swap. It’s one of a couple of massive ski swap events organized by the Canadian Ski Patrol, the volunteer organization that helps rescue skiers on the slopes.

Ski swaps are wonderful events for those looking to sell or buy winter sports equipment. Although most products available are lightly used, there are often brand new products for sale at discounted rates as well. Organizers encourage sellers to bring equipment that’s less than five years old to ensure it meets current safety standards. Note Canadian Ski Patrol takes a 20% commission on any equipment sold. Visit the Canadian Ski Patrol website for more information about selling your equipment.

Individuals looking to sell their equipment at the swap receive a cheque in the mail if their item is sold. Otherwise, they can simply collect their equipment at the end of the weekend.

For people looking to buy equipment at the swap, the earlier you arrive, the better the selection you’ll have. However, there are also further price reductions on the second day of the sale. On the Sunday of the Vancouver swap, for example, there is usually a Red Tag Sale where all items with red tags are 25% off.

The Vancouver edition of the ski swap at the PNE Forum is the second largest event of its kind in BC. An even larger event happens at Exhibition Park in Abbotsford in mid-November.

Visit skipatrol.ca/winterextreme for the event’s official website.

Abbotsford Ski Swap

The Abbotsford Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swap takes place at the AG-Rec Building in Exhibition Park on Saturday, November 15th, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and on Sunday, November 16th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. The venue’s address is 32470 Haida Drive in Abbotsford.

Public gear check-in happens on Friday, November 14th, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the AG-Rec Building.

Unsold consignment items can be picked up at Replay Board Shop (#102 – 2485 West Railway Street, Abbotsford) from Tuesday to Friday until November 21st, 2025. Any gear not collected by that date is donated to the Canadian Ski Patrol.

Abbotsford Admission Prices in 2025

Admission is for the entire weekend, not just for one day. Adults cost $2, children aged 6 to 12 cost $1, children aged 5 and under are free, and a family pass costs $5. The Abbotsford event also features a Sunday Red Tag Sale with 25% off selected gear marked with red tags. Vendors accept Visa, Mastercard, debit and cash.

Visit skipatrol.ca for the Abbotsford event’s official website.

Vancouver Ski Swap

In 2025, the Vancouver Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swap took place at the PNE Forum Building on Saturday, October 18th, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and on Sunday, October 19th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The venue’s address is 2901 East Hastings Street in Vancouver.

Public gear check-in was on Friday, October 17th, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the PNE Forum. Unsold gear was collected at Value Sports (#101 – 440 West Hastings Street, Vancouver) from Monday to Friday until October 24th, 2025. Any gear not claimed by that date was donated to the Canadian Ski Patrol.

Extras at the Vancouver event included a Rail Jam exhibition featuring local freestyle athletes throughout Saturday afternoon, and a Sunday Red Tag Sale with 25% off all marked items. On-site vendors accepted Visa, Mastercard, debit and cash. Paid parking was available at the PNE.

Vancouver Admission Prices

Admission is normally sold as a weekend pass. In 2025 adults were $5, children aged 6 to 12 were $2, children aged 5 and under were free, and a family pass (for up to four people) was $10. Tickets were available online via Eventbrite, with early-bird pricing available until October 10th. Entry wristbands were valid for both days.

Visit skipatrol.ca for the Vancouver event’s official website.

Prizes at the Ski Swap

A few BC ski resorts usually participate in the ski swap events. They set up booths and tell people how awesome their ski hills are. Big White, Manning Park Resort and Silver Star, for example, are usually at the events.

Big White and Silver Star are Okanagan ski hills located between five and six hours from Vancouver. Manning Park Resort is about a two-and-a-half hour drive from Vancouver. All three are great resorts with reputations for exceptional snow. Big White is in Kelowna and Silver Star is in Vernon. Manning Park Resort is near Hope.

There is usually a 50-50 draw at the Vancouver event with proceeds benefiting the Canadian Ski Patrol.

Visit skipatrol.ca for the event’s official website.

Vancouver Ski Swap Video

Check out the video below for an idea of what to expect at the next ski swap at the PNE Forum. The video footage is from the 2023 event. As you’ll see, it’s a massive sale. There are hundreds if not thousands of skis and snowboards to buy. There are also many tables of boots, all organized according to size.