Better-quality trails for an enhanced snowmobiling and cross-country skiing experience in the Laurentians Français
The Government of Canada grants a total of nearly $1.2 million in financial assistance to six snowmobile clubs and three organizations responsible for cross-country ski trails
VAL-MORIN, QC, Dec. 19, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Six snowmobile clubs and three organizations responsible for cross-country ski trails share the maintenance of, respectively, more than 1,100 kilometres of snowmobile trails and nearly 100 kilometres of cross-country ski trails in the Laurentians region. To improve the quality of the trails and continue ensuring the safety of the winter recreationalists who use them, these organizations will receive a total of $1,161,077 in non‑repayable contributions from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED).
With that funding, the snowmobile clubs and cross-country ski organizations will be able to purchase powerful equipment that will enable them to properly maintain the trails, while generating savings in operating costs. Lastly, carrying out the various projects will generate economic benefits and contribute to the vitality of the communities during the winter period.
The funding granted to the various organizations was announced by David Graham, Member of Parliament for Laurentides–Labelle, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for CED, as part of a tour that ended today in Val-David.
The recipient organizations are:
- Club de moto-neige Piteman;
- Club de motoneige l'Aiglon de Chute St-Philippe;
- Club Auto-neige Blizard;
- Club de moto-neige Sultans Mont-Laurier, St-Jean, Val-Limoges inc.;
- Club de motoneige Diable et Rouge;
- Club Sportif Les Franc-Nord Macaziens inc.;
- Parc régional Montagne du Diable;
- Société du parc régional Val-David–Val-Morin (Far Hills sector); and
- Municipalité du village de Val-David.
The funding was awarded under the Winter Tourism Initiative of CED's Quebec Economic Development Program. This initiative supports the purchase of equipment for maintaining snowmobile trails or cross-country ski trails. With a budget of $10 million and in force until March 31, 2020, it aims to increase the regional benefits generated by tourists from outside Quebec.
The Government of Canada does not hesitate to support recreational, cultural or sports-related projects that have a positive impact on local tourism and the local economy, that further showcase the unique attractions around us and that resonate far beyond the Laurentians.
Quotes
"Tourism is an economic driver in all of our communities. Winter tourism vitalizes the region during our coldest months and ensures a year-round influx of visitors, which contributes to the vitality of the local economy. Our government is proud to promote initiatives that contribute to the economic development of communities and support good middle-class jobs."
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Tourism, Official Languages and La Francophonie
"I am very pleased with CED's support under this initiative, which will definitely make snowmobilers, skiers and our local tourism businesses happy. Tourism infrastructures, like snowmobile trails and cross-country ski trails, help enhance our region's appeal and stimulate its economic activity."
David Graham, Member of Parliament for Laurentides-Labelle
"Tourism is a very important industry sector for the regions of Quebec, and the Government of Canada makes every effort to make it profitable for everyone. There is no doubt that the Winter Tourism Initiative will help create jobs and wealth for the regions, while contributing to the reputation of all Quebec communities."
The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister responsible for CED
"Snowmobiling generates economic benefits of over $3 billion a year in Quebec. This major industry, operated through the sheer dedication of thousands of volunteers, is grateful for CED's financial support that, through the Winter Tourism Initiative, will help renew the fleet of equipment used to maintain the largest snowmobile trail network in the world."
Mario Gagnon, President of the Fédération des clubs de motoneigistes du Québec
Quick facts
- CED is one of the six regional development agencies under the responsibility of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development.
- For more information about CED and its priorities, read the 2018-2019 Departmental Plan or visit www.dec-ced.gc.ca.
- The year 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of federal regional economic development in Quebec: a half-century of concrete actions devoted to the development of the regions and local businesses.
December 19, 2018 – Val-Morin (Quebec) – Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Six snowmobile clubs and three organizations responsible for cross-country ski trails each share the maintenance of over 1,100 kilometres of snowmobile trails and close to 100 kilometres of cross-country ski trails in the Laurentian region. To upgrade the quality of the trails and continue to ensure the safety of winter activity enthusiasts who use them, these organizations will receive non-repayable contributions totaling $1,161,077 from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED).
This financial assistance will allow snowmobile clubs and cross-country ski organizations to purchase high-performance equipment for proper trail maintenance, while generating savings on operational costs. Lastly, the implementation of different projects will lead to economic benefits and contribute to the vitality of communities in winter.
The funding granted to the various organizations was announced by David Graham, Member of Parliament for Laurentides–Labelle, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for CED, as part of a tour that ended today in Val-David.
The funds are granted through the Winter Tourism Initiative of the Quebec Economic Development Program.
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Contribution — Investments – Project Description |
Club de motoneiges Diable et Rouge Inc.
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Non-repayable contribution of $210,945 out of a total investment of $351,575 The project is for the acquisition of a new trail groomer to replace one of the three outdated units.
Club de motoneiges Diable et Rouge is a non-profit organization (NPO) that was incorporated in 1969 and member of the Fédération des clubs de motoneigistes du Québec (FCMQ) [Quebec Federation of Snowmobile Clubs]. It owns three groomers and maintains 158 km of trails, including 68 km of Trans-Québec trails and 22.7 km of transregional trails.
The Club has 375 members from Quebec, Ontario and the United States and relies on the involvement of its members, thirteen volunteers and three qualified employees who are in charge of trail maintenance and safety. |
Non-refundable contribution of $175,755 out of a total investment of $292,925 The project is for the acquisition of a new trail groomer to replace two outdated units.
Club Sportif Les Franc-Nord Macaziens is an NPO that was incorporated in1972 and member of the FCMQ. It owns three groomers and maintains 158 km of trails, including 85 km of Trans-Québec trails and 72 km of transregional trails.
The Club has 252 members, 11% of whom come from outside Quebec and relies on the involvement of its members, twelve volunteers and two qualified employees who are in charge of trail maintenance and safety. |
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Non-refundable contribution of $174,261 out of a total investment of $290,435 The project is for the acquisition of a new trail groomer to replace one outdated unit.
Club de motoneige l'Aiglon de Chute St-Philippe (2004) is an NPO that was incorporated in 1971 and member of the FCMQ. The Club owns four groomers and maintains 341 km of trails over a land area of over 5,500 square kilometres, including 227.4 kilometres of Trans-Québec trails and 49.4 km of transregional trails. These trails connect the Laurentians, Lanaudière and Mauricie regions. Club l'Aiglon has 408 members from Quebec, Ontario and the United States. It relies on the involvement of its members, twelve volunteers and four qualified employees who are in charge of the maintenance and safety of the 341 kilometres of trails. |
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Club de moto-neige Sultans Mont-Laurier, St-Jean, Val-Limoges Inc.
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Non-refundable contribution of $171,566 out of a total investment of $285,943 The project is for the acquisition of a new trail groomer to replace one of the two outdated units.
Club de moto-neige Sultans Mont-Laurier, St-Jean, Val-Limoges is an NPO that was incorporated in 1976 and member of the FCMQ. The Club maintains 122 km of trails, including 31 km of Trans-Québec trails and 21 km of transregional trails. The Club has 306 members, with 7% coming from outside Quebec. It relies on the involvement of its members, eight volunteers and three qualified employees to provide for trail maintenance and safety. |
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Non-refundable contribution of $156,103 out of a total investment of $260,172 The project is for the acquisition of a new trail groomer to replace one of the two outdated units.
Club moto-neige Piteman is an NPO that was incorporated in 1971 and member of The FCMQ. The Club maintains 250 km de trails, including 113 km of Trans-Québec and transregional trails. It has 156 members and relies on the involvement of its ten volunteers and three qualified employees to provide for trail maintenance and safety. |
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Non-refundable contribution of $150,975 out of a total investment of $251,625 The project is for the acquisition of new surfacing equipment to mechanically maintain its trails.
Club Auto-neige Blizard is an NPO that was incorporated in 1968 and member of the FCMQ. The Club maintains 85 km of trails that are all Trans-Québec trails. The Club has 511 members and relies on the involvement of its ten qualified volunteers to provide for trail maintenance and safety. |
Parc régional Montagne du Diable
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Non-refundable contribution of $94,454 out of a total investment of $157,423 The project is aimed at enhancing winter tourism in the Upper Laurentians, by improving cross-country ski trails at Parc regional Montagne du Diable, notably through the acquisition of a tractor, tracks, brushcutter and leveling equipment. By ensuring optimal trail maintenance, these pieces of equipment will contribute to customer growth, help maintain the quality of the tourism offering to attract more tourists from outside Quebec, and stimulate economic benefits.
Founded in 2009, Parc régional Montagne du Diable (PRMD) is the NPO responsible for the development and management of the parc régional de la montagne du Diable, in the Upper Laurentians. Open year-round, this nature park is recognized for its winter tourism offering, with over 180 km of integrated trails – including 40 km of cross-country ski trails. In 2016, the Parc drew close to 36,000 visitors, 21% of whom came from outside the Antoine-Labelle RCM. In 2017, the Parc employed 11 people and its activities generated revenues of over $600,000. |
Municipalité du village de Val-David
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Non-refundable contribution of $14,220 out of a total investment of $23,700 The project is aimed at providing for the quality and sustainability of the cross-country ski trails of Parc régional de Val-David–Val-Morin (Dufresne Sector) maintained by Municipalité du village de Val-David, through the acquisition of surfacing equipment for the mechanical maintenance of trails (snowmobile and roller compactor).
Since 2003, Municipalité du village de Val-David has been responsible for the development and management of the Dufresne Sector, one of two sectors adjacent to Parc regional de Val-David–Val-Morin, in the Laurentians. Open year-round, the 600-hectare Parc is recognized for its winter activities, with its 53 km of cross-country ski trails, over half of which are maintained by the Municipalité. To pursue its activities, Parc régional de Val-David–Val-Morin (Dufresne Sector) relies on the involvement of its members and eight qualified employees who provide for its maintenance, customer service and trail safety requirements. |
Société du parc régional Val-David–Val-Morin (Far Hills Sector)
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Non-refundable contribution of $12,798 out of a total investment of $21,330 The project is aimed at providing for the quality and sustainability of the cross-country ski trails maintained by Société du parc régional de Val-David–Val-Morin (Far Hills Sector), through the acquisition of surfacing equipment for the mechanical maintenance of trails (snowmobile and roller compactor).
Founded in 2014, Société du parc régional Val-David–Val-Morin (Far Hills Sector) (SPRVDVM), is the non-profit organization responsible for the development and management of the Far Hills Sector, one of two sectors adjacent to Parc regional de Val-David–Val-Morin, in the Laurentians. Open year-round, the 600-hectare Parc is recognized for its winter activities, with its 53 km of cross-country ski trails, 20 km of which are maintained by SPRVDVM. To pursue its activities, Parc régional de Val-David–Val-Morin (Far Hills Sector) relies on the involvement of its members and seven qualified employees who provide for its trail maintenance and safety. |
Summary |
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Number of projects: |
9 |
Number of jobs created: |
20 |
CED contributions: |
$1,161,077 |
Total investments generated by these projects: |
$1,935,128 |
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