K.A. Ski Program

Documentary film set to spotlight Knowlton Academy’s unique ski program

A documentary film is in the works around the K.A. ski program. Pictured is an archived photo from the early days of the ski program. Photo courtesy of Ben McAuley.

By Taylor McClure
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Published on 29/02/24 - Played on 28/02/24

A documentary film about the Knowlton Academy (K.A.) ski program is in the works 53 years after students first hit the slopes. 

Local photographer and filmmaker Ben McAuley and teacher and director of the K.A. ski program Nicolas Lemaître are collaborating on the project to provide people with a visual archive of what the program is all about and to “develop public interest.” 

According to Lemaître, the K.A ski program is “unique” in the sense that it is built into the curriculum for physical education at K.A., and it is funded and organized by the school, volunteers, and parents.

But Lemaître explained that the ski program is facing certain challenges, including an increase in transportation costs, and he hopes that the documentary will encourage others with a passion for skiing to get involved and help keep the program going. 

CIDI has more on the story.