Canadian Birkie Ski Festival

The Canadian Birkie Ski Festival is Canada's largest classic-style cross-country ski event on the second weekend of every February. The Canadian Birkie attracts approximately 1800 participants from near and far to be part of a legend: The Birkebeiner This family-oriented, friendly cross-country ski loppet (recreational event) honours the spirit of the 800-year-old historical legend of the original Birkebeiners who saved the heir to the Norwegian throne in a 55 km epic journey.