Sun Peaks Accommodations - Nancy Greene's Contributions

After a nine year racing career, Nancy retired from amateur racing at the age of 24 and focused her energy on enhancing the quality of the Canadian ski experience. This article recognizes some of Nancy's contributions to Canadian ski communities, her role in the development of some of British Columbia's flourishing ski resorts and her investment in Whistler and Sun Peaks accommodations.
Post-Racing Career: Enhancing the BC Ski Experience
After a successful promotional career with Rossignal Ski Company and numerous endorsement campaigns with well-known names such as Mars Bars and Pontiac, Greene relayed her interest into improving Canada's ski environment. Both Nancy and husband, Al Raine, saw enormous potential in BC's majestic mountains and tremendous snow; they focused first on Whistler, determined to turn it into a major ski destination. While Al became actively involved in the planning process of Whistler Village, Nancy utilized her clever business skills and prominent athletic status to draw investors and tourists to the budding mountain resort.
The couple built Nancy Greene's Olympic Lodge in 1985, one of Whistler's first hotels whose success marked a turning point in Whistler's investment atmosphere.
Although Nancy and Al sold the hotel in 1988, they remained active members of the Whistler ski community, either volunteering as race officials or serving on committees for the International Ski Federation.
Sun Peaks Accommodations: A New Frontier
After experiencing success in Whistler, Nancy and Al shifted their focus to a new ski destination, Sun Peaks Resort in the interior of British Columbia. In 1995, the couple were among the first to build and develop Sun Peaks accommodations constructing their first condominium hotel, Nancy Greene's Cahilty Lounge, in Sun Peaks village. Nancy remains at Sun Peaks resort today, promoting and publicising Sun Peaks accommodations. Nancy has since been appointed Director of Skiing at Sun Peaks resort and takes time to ski frequently with guests.
Beyond the Bunny Hill
Other than her appointed position at Sun Peaks, Nancy assumes the prestigious position of Chancellor at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, British Columbia. In December of 2008 she was appointed to the Canadian Senate on the recommendation of Prime Minister Stephen Harper himself. As you can see, Nancy is truly an inspiration. Her unyielding dedication, motivation and Olympic ambition will leave a life-long impression on skiers and non-skiers alike.



Devon O'Malley is a staff writer for Allura Direct, an accommodations website offering powerful search and instant booking features for vacation rentals Ski with Nancy Greene and book your Sun Peaks accommodations today!