Greg Scott and his daughter Hali have completed a historic ski adventure across Saskatchewan, visiting all 11 lift-serviced ski areas in the province in just 10 days. This achievement marks the completion of their Western Canada tour under The Skadi Tour banner, having previously skied all 44 lift-serviced areas in British Columbia and all 39 in Alberta. The Saskatchewan leg began and ended at Table Mountain Ski Resort, with the pair zigzagging across the province to visit every ski area.
The tour represents more than just a physical accomplishment, serving as a platform to promote youth mentorship and community engagement. The concept emerged two years ago while Scott and his daughter were organizing school visits across British Columbia to promote the Tidbits of Change Foundation youth bursaries. Their foundation encourages Canadian youth to collaborate with a parent or mentor on meaningful projects that benefit communities.
"Our whole adventure has been incredibly rewarding," said Scott. "It's the combination of strong ski communities and the inspiring people who make each area special." During their travels, the pair met local ski legends and shared their stories through social media, generating more than 3.5 million interactions on Instagram through their "Chairlift Chatter" series featuring local ski personalities at each hill.
The Tidbits of Change Foundation awards $5,000 and $1,000 youth bursaries annually to Canadian youth who complete initiatives in collaboration with a parent or mentor. Examples of past recipients and submission details are available at https://tidbitsofchange.org. The foundation is a volunteer-driven not-for-profit organization based on the belief that mentorship-driven collaboration benefits young people and strengthens communities, particularly when those efforts create positive impact or inspire others.
The Western Canada tour has drawn significant attention, with the Saskatchewan portion completing their goal of skiing every lift-serviced ski area in three provinces. The unique name for The Skadi Tour is a nod to the Norse mythology goddess of snow, skiing, and mountains. The tour was made possible with the support of HEAD skis, Kal-Tire, and Descente, who have also added special youth bursaries to the Tidbits of Change Foundation efforts.
This achievement matters because it demonstrates how personal challenges can be leveraged to promote broader social goals. By combining their ski tour with youth mentorship advocacy, Scott and his daughter have created a model for how recreational activities can serve as platforms for community engagement and intergenerational collaboration. Their success in generating substantial social media engagement indicates public interest in stories that combine athletic achievement with social purpose.
The tour's impact extends beyond the ski community, offering a template for how families can collaborate on projects that benefit both personal development and community welfare. As youth face increasing challenges in finding meaningful engagement opportunities, initiatives like the Tidbits of Change Foundation bursaries provide tangible support for young Canadians pursuing community-focused projects with guidance from parents or mentors.
