At a Glance
TSSA’s Ski Lifts Safety Program regulates the safety of passenger ropeways (ski lifts) in Ontario, including chair lifts, bar lifts, recreational conveyors, gondola lifts, reversible ropeways, passenger ropeways, rope tows, tube tows, belt tows and aerial tramways.
TSSA reviews and registers lift designs, licenses lift devices, conducts inspections, performs incident investigations and promotes public awareness of safe ski-lift behaviour throughout Ontario.
In addition, TSSA certifies ski lift mechanics and registers contractors.
To learn more about passenger ropeways and ski lift safety in Ontario, click here.

Compliance Rate FY25
83%
Number of Permitted Rides
923
Approved Engineering Designs
130
Operators
264
Certified Mechanics
375
Incidents Report
| Reporting Period | Incidents | Non-Permanent Injuries | Permanent Injuries | Fatalities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Average | 865 | 802 | 23 | 0.2 |
| FY25 | 1,267 | 1,194 | 32 | 0 |
Operational Excellence in Action
Our team working to maintain the highest standards across all operations.