Come play where ecotourism meets hostel resort life, the great outdoors, skiing, and plenty of comfort
A new ski experience—and skiing headquarters
In this same spirit of growth, the owners of Chic-Chac have just announced many new initiatives aimed at increasing their already abundant offer. First and foremost, new ski runs have been added, and accommodations have been greatly upgraded with new comforts and options. The goal was to add to the winter experience available at this on and off-piste Québec powder paradise.
After acquiring the local presbytery in 2014, the team now also owns the neighbouring church—providing them with the ideal opportunity to preserve, renovate, and revitalize this heritage site. “This emblematic site is set to become the heart of the Chic-Chac resort experience,” says Guillaume Molaison. “It is so rewarding to be involved in the preservation of local heritage, as well as the daily life of Murdochville residents.”
The launch of this multi-purpose space is set for this Holiday season, and aims to transform the hostel resort into a year-round space. It will include a welcome centre, restaurant for up to 200 guests, concert venue, boutique, equipment rental, and training space.
An experience like no other
The Chic-Chac team is also increasing the quality and capacity of their accommodations to better meet the needs of their growing clientele—especially when it comes to comfort and a superior stay.
And in the near future: high-end chalets. “In recent years, we’ve expanded our accommodation offering,” says Guillaume Molaison, “especially by providing chalet rentals, the presbytery, and a large home with ski-in/ski-out access to Mont Miller.”
With the addition of new ski runs, the Chic-Chac experience and all it has to offer will grow and change in the coming years without ever compromising on ambiance and fun—before, during, or après ski. “We are experiencing organic growth right now,” continues Guillaume Molaison. “This enables us to reinvest by creating partnerships that make a real difference for visitors as well as the local community as a whole.”
Chic-Chac fun facts:
- Three hills in the Notre-Dame mountains, plus 4 skiable areas that are a few minutes to an hour away by car
- Over 7 metres of snow every winter
- More than 60 ski runs
- From beginner extreme expert runs
- Numerous natural and man-made ski jumps
- Ski lifts: mechanical, snowcat, teleskis, snowmobile, helicopter, ski skins
- Over 1,000 Catski days in 2019
- More than 10,000 visits to Murdochville
- Upwards of 15 full- and part-time employees
- Located 60 minutes from Gaspé, 7 hours from Québec City, 9 hours from Montréal
New this season
- New ski trail on Mont York (developed in partnership with Big Bill)
- New ski in/ski out house next to Mont Miller
- Quick access by plane via Pascan (Gaspé airport, 1 hour by car)
- Purchase and renovation of church
Website and info (new site to come later this fall)
About the Chic-Chac resort
From the start, Chic-Chac wanted to provide a specialized off-piste ski experience that was both safe and fun—all while highlighting the heritage of Murdochville village. Their vast ski space, including 3 mountains and some 500 acres, is ideal for all skiing levels.
Tourist accommodations in 3 unique buildings
Auberge Chic-Chac: 26 places (+ dining room and large community space)
Ancien presbytère: 28 places (+ community space and pool table)
Duplex: 12 places
Mont Miller House, at the foot of the hills
For 9 to 12 people, ideally families, friends, or corporate events
Private homes can also be rented in town
Sports and other activities
Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, snowmobile, rafting, camping, kayak, fly fishing, mountain biking, motocross, hunting
Lac York base camp
Camping spaces: 110 plus chalets for rent
To reserve : 418-784-3311
Media Relations – Groupe CK7
Caroline Cossette
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514 918-2116