Calling all ski fans and snow athletes alike - this season Canada’s famous ski slopes have seen an abundance of new and soft snow, and to get you there in time Air Canada are now offering special return airfares from Sydney or Melbourne to Vancouver starting from just $1978 inclusive of taxes and fees.  And with an extended five-day-long Easter holiday coming up this April 22-26, you won’t even have to worry about taking extra leave for your ski holiday, or if the kids will miss out on school.

These fantastic fares are available for travel from Australia to Vancouver, British Columbia. The world famous Whistler Blackcomb resort (home of the 2010 Winter Olympics) is just a short car trip from Vancouver airport - so you can land in the morning and be on the slopes by afternoon.

“Canada’s ski season has been consistently excellent this year and perhaps the longest season we’ve seen in some years,” said Jeannie Foster, general manager Air Canada.  “In addition to Whistler, Australians can opt to fly onto Kamloops or Kelowna and experience other legendary British Columbian ski resorts.”

On sale until next Monday 28 March and available for travel until the 25 April 2011, these fantastic fares are valid for travel from Sydney and Melbourne, starting from just $1978 including taxes.