The Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) is pleased to recognize Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) member Alexandre Grandmaison as the recipient of the 2026 Austin Powder Blasting Scholarship.

Alexandre’s career in the avalanche industry grew from a passion for snowmobiling and snowboarding into a commitment to avalanche safety and professional development.

Since 2022, he has worked as a Snowmobile Guide with Toby Creek Adventures in Panorama, where he guides guests through mountain terrain while contributing to daily avalanche observations and operations.

Alexandre is a CMBGA Level 2 Snowmobile Guide and holds CAA Avalanche Operations Level 1 and AvSAR Level 2 certifications. This spring, he was accepted into the CAA Avalanche Operations Level 2 program, marking another step forward in his professional development.

The Austin Powder Blasting Scholarship will cover the course fees for Alexandre to attend the CAA Avalanche Control Blasting course in 2026, supporting his continued development in avalanche operations.

The CAA gratefully acknowledges Austin Powder for supporting the education and professional development of avalanche practitioners through this scholarship.

Congratulations, Alexandre!

Canadian Avalanche Association

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