$1.5 Million Invested: BCSF Member Clubs Strengthen Winter Recreation Across British Columbia
Over the past five years, more than $1.5 million in grant funding has been invested in B.C.’s snowmobile infrastructure through programs led or facilitated by the BC Snowmobile Federation (BCSF). These funds have helped local clubs build and upgrade trails, shelters, and grooming equipment across the province—investments that improve safety, grow tourism, and strengthen rural economies.
This isn’t new work for the Federation but a clear example of how organized snowmobiling continues to deliver lasting value to communities across British Columbia. With renewed government and industry focus on outdoor recreation as a catalyst for rural development, these results highlight how targeted investments in snowmobiling create measurable economic and community benefits across the province.
B.C.’s user-pay model for managed snowmobile areas covers core operations such as grooming, maintenance, and insurance. But growth and modernization depend on targeted investment. Through programs like the Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Trail Fund and the PacifiCan Tourism Relief Fund, the BCSF has helped secure funding for projects that benefit riders, businesses, rural communities, and the public.
Each BCSF grant dollar is matched or exceeded by club investment through rider revenues, in-kind support, and volunteer labor unlocking more than $3 million in real community impact across the province.
Rural Impact: Clubs Leading the Way
The following clubs stand out for the scale of grant funding received between 2020 and 2025, delivering transformative infrastructure in rural and mountain communities:
Another 26 clubs received grants for projects under $80,000, improving recreation access and stewardship initiatives across B.C.
Building Communities and the Future
Snowmobiling contributes $299.2 million annually to B.C.’s economy and supports 4,272 jobs, with continued growth as infrastructure expands. Each project generates local employment opportunities—ranging from equipment operators, builders, and suppliers to tourism, service, and support roles—helping diversify rural economies and strengthen community resilience.
The $1.5 million invested through BCSF-led grant programs, and the additional millions contributed by riders and volunteers, has delivered lasting value beyond the trails. These projects reflect what’s possible when government, industry, and snowmobile clubs work together to strengthen communities, support responsible recreation, and build the future of winter adventure in British Columbia.
