Major investments planned on the Versant des Épinettes at Bromont, montagne d'expériences
Bromont, montagne d'experiences (BME) has just announced an investment additional $10.2 million to pursue the development of the Versant des Épinettes. Ms Isabelle Charest, Minister for Education, Minister responsible for the Status of Women and MNA for Brome-Missisquoi and
Mr. Patrick Guilbault, Senior Regional Director, South Shore and Montérégie of Investissement Québec were present for the occasion.
Thanks to the support of the Government of Quebec, which comes in the form of a non-refundable financial contribution of $2 million and a loan adapted to the tourist sector of $4 million, the mountain will improve the experience of skiers by carrying out major improvements, including the replacement of the ski lift which will ensure fluidity for ski enthusiasts on all sides.
"The financial support of the Government of Quebec for our project will make all the difference for our mountain," says Charles Désourdy, president of Bromont, montagne d'expériences. These investments will definitely contribute to enriching the experience of all skiers. With better ascent ability, we are confident that people will ski even more and above all, that they will enjoy all the slopes. »
Carried out as part of the Altitude Project, these new investments now total $111 million.
This project includes the installation on the Versant des Épinettes:
• a new high-speed detachable ski lift to reduce the ascent time and to almost double the ascent capacity;
• snowmaking pipes to provide better sliding conditions in the Ottawa;
• a lighting system in Petawawa and Ottawa;
• the work will be completed for the start of the 2023-24 ski season.
About BME
Bromont, montagne d'experiences is the largest lighted ski area in America, with 450 acres of skiable terrain, 144 trails, including 33 glades and 99 lighted trails, spread over 7 slopes. With 8 ski lifts, 3 magic carpets, 1,500 snow cannons and regular snow grooming, conditions are guaranteed, day and night.
About the Altitude Project
The Altitude Project is aligned with the desire to propel Bromont, montagne d'experiences to new heights by positioning itself as a flagship destination in Eastern Canada where the customer experience is unparalleled. To achieve its ends, the
station is committing investments totaling $111 million by 2026.
Source : Bromont, montagne d'expériences