Derek Heidt — Oakley Marketing Manager for Canada

Currently the Oakley Sport and Marketing Manager for Canada, Derek has always had a love for boarding. Being a pro boarder himself for 10 years, Derek understands all aspects of the business, and continues to inject his love for the sport into his off-piste role.

“My favourite place to eat is Sushi Village in Whistler - better sushi than in Japan and better parties there than most bars.” — Derek Heidt

Johnny Lyall — Snowboarder

Vancouver local Johnny Lyall is the newbie on the pro-boarding circuit, and locals and pros alike are forecasting great things to come from this snowboarder.

“What I recommend you pack when you come to Vancouver or Whistler is bunch of cash and a camera - so you can show your friends how much fun you had here.” — Johnny Lyall

Sebastian Toutant — Snowboarder

At only 17 years old, this Canadian snowboarding daredevil has already cemented his reputation as one of the sports' brightest young talents.

“Bring your skateboard even if you only intended to snowboard — there's so many different skate parks everywhere.” — Sebastian Toutent

Jeremy Cloutier — Snowboarder

Another young'un on the snowboard circuit, this French Canadian is a force to be reckoned with, and one of the youngest riders of the elite French-Canadian 418 crew.

“Go to the Whistler glacier, it's got a sick view with all the mountains around it. Just go up to the top of 7th Heaven and you will be over the clouds - it's a must see.” - Jeremy Cloutier

Marie France Roy — Snowboarder

A well known female rider, Marie France Roy is known for her ability to 'attack open terrain'.

“Pack a bikini, you have to go in the hot tub and look at the stars and mountains after a good day of riding.”- Marie France Roy

Vicci Miller — Snowboarder

A Brit with international kudos, Vicci is credited as being one of the ballsiest female riders on the slopes.

“Go sledding in the backcountry in Squamish or Pemberton glacier, into the middle of the mountains away from busy lift lines.” — Vicci Miller

Jenny Jones — Snowboarder

Winner of the gold medal at the Slope Style event at the Winter X Games for the past two years running, Jenny has also starred in various snowboarding movies.

“My favourite shop is ARITZIA, with locations in both Whistler and Vancouver. Also Main Street in Vancouver has a ton of great boutiques for girly shopping and all the snowboard/ski shops are on the same block in kits at 4th and burrard (showcase, boardroom, comor, westbeach... etc)” — Jenny Jones

Scott McMorris — Snowboarder

The Flying Scotsman, McMorris counts Whistler as one of his favourite resorts, and recently won The Orange British Snowboard Championships in Laax.

“I love Whistler because the riding is unbelievable and if you ever get the chance to go snowmobiling take it. I spent 4 winters in Whistler and it was amazing. It's like Disney Land on snow but better!” — Scott McMorris