Sun Peaks (BC), Canada – While other business may be shutting their doors for the inaugural B.C. Family Day statutory holiday on Monday,  Sun Peaks is swinging theirs wide open with family activities and discounted lift tickets.

On Sunday, families will gather at the British Columbia ski and snowboard resort’s platter lift near the base of the mountain for complimentary family activities from 3 to 6 p.m. Starting off the celebration is a Sun Peaks tradition, the Penguin Slide Dual race. Participants will meet at the bottom of the Sundance Chair, put on the provided penguin suit and slide down the mountain. Pre-registration is not required.

Uncle Chris the Clown and Harry Bear will be participating in a dance party, face painting and glow stick parade on the platter lift. Free hot chocolate will also be provided.

Guests can also spend quality family time experiencing other resort activities such as dog sledding, showshoeing, snowmobiling, Nordic skiing and more. These can be booked through the Sun Peaks Adventure Centre at (250) 578-5542.

On Monday, Sun Peaks Resort will be providing full day alpine lift tickets at a 50 percent discount to all B.C. residents. Proof of residence must be provided.

Sun Peaks is looking forward to a successful weekend, with resort overnight occupancy at 87 percent to date, which is an increase of 59 percent in room nights booked over the same period last year.