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Porter Airlines launches service to Timmins

The new schedule, consisting of three daily roundtrip flights between Timmins and downtown Toronto, provides a welcome alternative to Timmins travellers, and adds to Porter’s already popular presence in Northern Ontario.

The Ride Shakedown more generous than ever in 2012

This year, the Ride Shakedown presented by Videotron, much like its American counterpart, will be rewarding its athletes more than ever. The total prize purse will increase from $35,000 to $50,000. As a result, the winner of the main event (jump-to-rail) will now walk away with a check for $20,000.

The snowmobile destination in North America!

Year after year, from January through March, an ever-increasing number of snowmobilers from everywhere travel Abitibi-Témiscamingue’s 3,700 kilometres of trails. 

Snowboard Jamboree

From February 20 to 26, 2012, the Snowboard Jamboree snowboard festival presented by LG Canada will give winter sports fans something they can’t find anywhere else on the planet.

Refuge Pageau - Mission: care, rehabilitate and release

The mission of the Refuge Pageau is to welcome, treat and rehabilitate sick or injured animals of the boreal forest, to educate the public about the protection and love of animals and to be a tourist attraction based on education for the population.

The Gatineau Loppet - the biggest cross-country skiing event in Canada

This international cross-country ski event will be held February 17 to 19, 2012, in Gatineau Park and features trails made to measure for beginner, intermediate and expert skiers. Perfect for families and athletes who love the outdoors.

Festi-Vent sur glace 2012 - Kite Festival

Le Festi-Vent sur glace is the largest international winter kite festival of its kind in Canada.  The event takes place next February 18th and 19th at Saint-Placide, in the Laurentians.  

Parc régional de Val-d'Irène Aqua-Neige: Can you cross Lake Picalo on skis without falling in?

The 36th edition of Aqua-Neige will take place on April 12 to 15, 2012, at Parc Régional de Val-d’Irène. On the agenda: fun daytime activities, lively après-ski, party nights and several surprises!

One of the largest winter festival in the world - Montréal en Lumière

February 16 to 26 - MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE is one of the largest winter festivals in the world, an annual celebration drawing 900,000 fans to experience the joy of Montréal wintertime through a unique program combining performing arts, gastronomy, free outdoor family activities, and a full night of exquisitely original discoveries!

A winter tradition; tomcod fishing

Until mid-February, join the more than 100 000 other amateur fishermen and participate in one of the grandest Quebec winter traditions :  tomcod fishing! Come spend the day in the fresh air with the family ; a multitude of free activities are offered, such as a slide, skating and riding on the tramway, to mention just a few! 

The longest and oldest Nordic ski tour in North America - Canadian Ski Marathon

The 46th edition of the Canadian Ski Marathon will be held February 11 and 12, 2012. 

A two-day ski tour covering up to 160 km of beautiful countryside. This year, the Marathon runs from Lachute to Buckingham, offering your choice of up to 10 different sections, each one covering about 15 km. No matter how far you ski in this personal challenge, one thing is guaranteed; it’s the experience of a lifetime! Challenge Canada's winter!

Programming for the 58th Québec Winter Carnival, showing its colours!

From the opening of the 58th Carnival, the thrills will colour your cheeks. From January 27 to February 12, take part in numerous family activities, witness captivating sporting competitions, and come and experience the reinvigorated format of the Carnival’s nightlife, an experience that you will see in all its colours.

Ski Joring: Prepare for the most exciting winter equestrian sport in America today!

Experience a taste of the Wild West with the Association Ski Joring Quebec. You have to see it to believe it so why not grab a pull and go out to the Lac Nominingue in the Laurentians, January 28 and 29, or to the famous Quebec Winter Carnival. We will host a free clinic on February 3 and a sanctioned competition opposing canadians and americans on February 4 and 5.

Fête des Neiges de Montréal - Much more than snow!

Fête des neiges is Montréal’s big winter festival where families are invited to come and play outdoors and enjoy an array of activities in the magical world of Parc Jean-Drapeau. This event will be unfolding over the course of three consecutive weekends, from January 21 to February 5, 2012.

Maiden rodeling run at Le Massif de Charlevoix

1-2-3…Rodeling! A new slide sport has carved a path straight to Le Massif: Rodeling! Winding its way down Mont à Liguori, a new 7.5 km specially designed sled run welcomed its first adventurers on January 5. At the start: An amazing view of the St. Lawrence River…and the impression that you’ve drifted back to childhood! Come have a blast on this new on-mountain adventure & with your friends, the gang or your family!

Ephemeral Forest - Montreal Biodôme

January 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Come help create a collective piece unlike anything else in the city.

Gaspésie Region is among the National Geographic Top 10!

Hut Touring, Gaspésie, Quebec
The international extension of the Appalachian Trail weaves through and over Canada’s glacially carved Chic-Chocs and McGerrigle Mountains. Wood-heated mountain huts dot the five-day Logan Circuit—a pleasant jaunt by ski or snowshoe, especially when Ski Chic-Chocs guides are leading the way and arranging to haul your luggage. A short drive away, Gîte du Mont-Albert is a luxe end point.

Porter Airlines goes to Washington

TORONTO/January 11, 2012 – Porter Airlines is arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport on April 16. It will be the Canadian carrier’s sixth U.S. destination with up to three daily roundtrip flights operating between Dulles and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport.

Quebec's ice cider pioneer - La Face Cachée de la Pomme

LA FACE CACHÉE’S SNOW DAY
Every winter since 2003, to celebrate the winter harvest of frozen apples left on trees and the must harvest for the ice cider Neige (means snow in French), La Face Cachée de la Pomme opens its doors to the public. The Snow Day is a unique winter event that offers a magical, educational and mouth-watering experience!

CANADA POST FREETYLE GRAND PRIX

From January 14, 2012 to January 15, 2012, Ski Mont Gabriel is proud to welcome, once again, the Post Canada Freestyle Grand Prize. This long lasting partnership has become a must in the freestyle industry, offering high calibre competition to athletes from all over the world. Numerous athletes from around the globe will compete on January 14th and 15th at Ski Mont Gabriel. In addition to the moguls’ duals, the competition offers aerials, on a site that has been FIS approved in 2006 and is now worthy of any other world site, owing to its great athletes and public accessibility.

NORTHERN ESCAPE - Launch of a new provider of adventures

For those who are big on adventure but short on time, start your snowmobile getaway directly at Mont-Tremblant International Airport with our packages. Less than 2 hours from New York and Toronto,  remoteness has never been so close to home !

Grand opening of SkySpa in Québec City

The SkySpa de Québec will be the second rooftop thermal spa in the country!

The Palissades of Charlevoix

The Palissades is a natural jewel nestles in the mountains, unique in America. This magnificent park of international calibre is, without a doubt, the best kept secret in Québec.

Over 400,000 lights to brighten things up!

This winter, the Aquarium du Québec will host the 4th edition of its festival of lights called Festi Lumière.

Grand Prix Ski-Doo of Valcourt 2012 - 30th edition

Grand Prix Ski-Doo of Valcourt is one of the most notorious winter motorsport events in the world and the most important snowmobile-racing event in North America.

KABANIA - Exotic accommodations in nature

Located in Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci, in the region of Lanaudière, Québec, Kabania is an eco-resort situated in the vast Ouareau Forest Regional Park.

Station touristique Pin Rouge Weekend Special: 50% off on Sundays!

Located in New Richmond in Gaspésie, the Pin Rouge mountain resort offers you a special deal this season: rent a chalet for the weekend (Friday to Monday) and get 50% off on Sunday night. This is a great way to take full advantage of your weekend!

Québec City SKI BUS to Mont-Sainte-Anne/Le Massif - 2011-2012 season

Québec City Tourism, in association with Mont-Sainte-Anne, Le Massif and the Québec City Region Hotel Association, has established a new ski shuttle service that will begin operations in December 2011.

New Winter Escapade Package at Gîte du Mont-Albert

Located in the heart of Gaspésie National Park, the Gîte du Mont-Albert hotel is offering a new Winter Escapade Package this year. Accompanied by a qualified interpreter guide, explore the alpine terrain of Gaspésie on snowshoes. A snowcat will take you to and from the highest summits of the Appalachians. In the evening, enjoy a warm and friendly welcome at the Gîte du Mont-Albert hotel.

Once upon a Winter ... at the Space for Life

As Jack Frost is fast approaching, the Montréal Biodôme, Botanical Garden and Insectarium are launching the very first winter program of activities for the Space for Life. Starting in December, come enter an enchanting icy world and let yourself be whisked off as if by magic to enjoy the pleasures of winter at the Botanical Garden and the warmth of the Biodôme’s Tropical Forest.

Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Site A Unique Destination for Nature Lovers!

Located in Sacré-Coeur in the region of Côte-Nord – Manicouagan, less than three hours from Québec City, the Ferme 5 Étoiles Family Vacation Site invites groups, couples and families to take advantage of a multitude of winter activities in an enchanting natural setting. Several packages for all ages and interests are available from December 15, 2011, to March 31, 2012.

Valley of the Phantoms - Eerily Magical Snow Statues Take Shape in the Parc des Monts-Valin

The valley at the summit of the mountains receives up to 7 metres of snowfall annually.

The 2012 Hôtel de Glace of Québec - A must-see attraction this winter!

Québec, December 7^th, 2011 – The Hôtel de Glace is proud to announce the new thematic of its 2012 program of activities. This educational and entertaining program combines art, culture and history. The 2012 season of the Hôtel de Glace promises you amazing discoveries and lots of fun. The Hôtel de Glace will be open from January 6^th until March 25^th, 2012.

Pohénégamook Santé Plein Air Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary!

To mark its 40th anniversary, the Pohénégamook Santé Plein Air resort centre is offering up to 40% off lodging and activities, even during the holiday season!

All aboard the Orford Express!

Climb aboard the Orford Express tourist train and treat yourself to a unique sensory experience, an exquisite meal, all the while taking in the great pastoral views that sweep the countryside between Sherbrooke, Magog and Eastman.

The Viking Roller Coaster - unique in Quebec!

With a 1.5 km long ride and going up to 35km/hour, the VIKING will make your bobble dance where the wind takes it. Nowhere else in Quebec will you be able to experience a winter roller coaster!

Flaik GPS lets you know precisely where your kid is on the mountain.

Hit the slopes with this must-have flaik GPS to easily find friends and family on the 95 trails and 4 sides of the Mont Tremblant! Plus, get visual statistics of your day on the slopes or your ski trips!

The IGLOFT - a unique type of accommodation

Whether your view is of a snowstorm, full moon or peaceful sunset, the IGLOFT allows you to soak up the beauty of our winters and clear you mind in complete comfort.

Baby Seal Watching in the Îles de la Madeleine: An Impressive and Touching Sight!

Every winter, tens of thousands of harp seals make their way to the ice surrounding the Îles de la Madeleine to give birth to their pups. The females and their newborns, known as whitecoats, then scatter on the ice where the mothers dig holes in the surface so they can catch fish to feed their young.

Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge - Reserve before December 15 and get 15% off!

Perched on the side of a mountain in Gaspésie, the Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge offers you a special deal: reserve your Mountain Stay package before December 15, 2011, and get 15% off 2- or 4-night stays. This would make a unique Christmas or Valentine’s Day gift for someone special in your life!

Ski Bromont gets its own Air Bag!

Thrill-seekers, step right up! Ski Bromont’s newest acquisition has just arrived from Europe: the highly popular Air Bag!

Snowmobile Raid in Northern Quebec - 420 miles

For it's second edition, the Baie James region will host this great northern adventure. Indeed, from February 25 to 26, 2012 - let's follow those courageous teams in their ultimate goal. Registrations begin today, November 15, 2011.

The new Cosmodôme

A newly revamped Cosmodôme will be launching its brand new interactive audiovisual concept in mid-December.

Maeva Surf

Maeva Surf is a brand new fabulous attraction that offers extreme sports enthusiasts a unique opportunity to practice “flowboarding” in a safe and secure environment.

Snow Village heads to Montreal's Parc Jean-Drapeau

Experience winter in the city in a whole new way! Acclaimed in Europe for 10 years already, it will be the Village’s first time ever on western soil.

On March 17, 2012, Quebec City will host the season finale of the Red Bull Crashed Ice World Championship

After twelve years of ice cross downhill competitions around the world, Red Bull Crashed Ice World Championship returns to Quebec City, March 17, 2012.

The Train of the Massif de Charlevoix

Travelling 140 km between Québec City and La Malbaie across 85 km of incomparable riverside scenery, the Train of Le Massif de Charlevoix will be offering a singular rail cruise experience along mountains and seashore.

The Experience: Panoramic, Gastronomic and Unique
The Train’s entirely refurbished railcars offer passengers rare exposure to the breathtaking vistas drifting by throughout the journey, and to a number of points of interest: Île d’Orléans, Cap Tourmente, Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, Baie-Saint-Paul, Isle-aux-Coudres, Saint-Joseph-de-la-Rive, Les Éboulements and Saint-Irénée.

Official Opening of the Troglo, Entre Cîmes et Racines's First Troglodyte Eco-lodge

Entre Cîmes et Racines has officially opened its 11th eco-lodge, Québec's first troglodyte dwelling: the Troglo!

ENCORE snowmaking at full capacity!

Mont Saint-Sauveur is once again the first Laurentian ski station to be snowmaking at full capacity.

The Grande Traversée de la Gaspésie (cross-country ski trek) celebrates its 10th anniversary!

250 km of cross-country trails, from the Chic-Choc Mountains, across Haute-Gaspésie, to Forillon National Park of Canada.

Ski season in Tremblant starts sooner with Porter Airlines

Non-stop New York-Tremblant flights added for first time.