Great Canadian heli‑skiing seeks strategic partnerships

Great Canadian Heli-Skiing in Canada is exploring potential growth opportunities. The Porter family has exclusively retained CBRE Limited to explore strategic financing and partnership options for the future expansion and growth opportunities of its business.

Great Canadian Heli-Skiing is a boutique heli-skiing operators in Canada, with exclusive tenure on British Columbia’s “powder highway” in the desirable Selkirk and Purcell mountains. Heather Mountain Lodge is strategically situated along the Trans Canada Highway near the East Gate of Glacier National Park and provides an operating base for heli-skiing, alongside luxurious accommodations and amenities.

"We are confident that CBRE's Alternative Assets Group understands the unique considerations of our prestigious adventure tourism business and complementary off-the-grid lodge, with the experienced team to deliver the right solution for our needs moving forward," said Greg Porter, owner of Great Canadian Heli-Skiing and Heather Mountain Lodge.

Said Mark Sparrow, executive vice president and head of CBRE's Alternative Assets Group: "The pandemic has further emboldened the demand and overall excitement to discover remote and unique destinations, driving strong growth in heli-skiing adventures and leisure demand for off-the-grid destinations. CBRE is excited to be aligned with the Porter family, to bring capital forward that will continue to build on the legacy established by Maaike & Greg for over 20 years."