Before you hit the slopes, hit up the cold-weather clearance sale at Mountain Equipment Co-op (mec.ca). They're featuring a selection of items at up to 50% off, including:

• MEC Watchtower Jacket (Women's) in select colours - $25, was $47
• MEC Physique 2 Vest (Women's) - $40, was $80
• MEC Northern Lite Jacket (Men's) - $85, was $125
• MEC Jason Long?Sleeved Top (Men's) - $19, was $35
• MEC Bon Vivant Jacket (Women's) - $89, was $155

Shipping from MEC.ca is free on orders of $50 or more. If you haven't shopped at Mountain Equipment Co-op before, you will need to become a member prior to making your purchases. Lifetime memberships into the co-op cost $5 and can be purchased here.