The world’s popular annual gay and lesbian ski week will begin its 22nd run on Jan. 26 until Feb. 2 in Whistler, Canada. The Gay Whistler Winter Pride 2014 offers snow sports and pool parties exclusive for gays and lesbians. Participants will have fun joining a variety of snow activities such as snowshoeing, zip track and more. Other highlights include Mr. Gay Canada contest, a fashion show and the Snowball Dance ‘Till Dawn.

“Whistler is the most welcomed by the LGBT community and offers close access to Vancouver, as well as perfect accommodation and restaurants,” said Dean Nelson, producer of Whistler’s WinterPRIDE. For more information, visit gaywhistler.com.

(wylee@heraldcorp.com)