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  1. https://linformationdunordmonttremblant.ca/actualites/2019/12/13/le-sentier-de-motoneige-nouvrira-pas-cette-saison.html The Fédération des clubs de motoneigistes du Québec (FCMQ) made the announcement in a press release on Friday (December 13). "The Federation of Snowmobile Clubs of Quebec, in concert with the Diable et Rouge Snowmobile Club announce, with great regret, the postponement of the opening of the connection trail connecting Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré and Mont-Tremblant", highlights are we. The FCMQ evokes a set of technical, operational, security and acceptability reasons "which do not meet the required standards at this stage". The working group that had been formed, in the wake of the alarm that had sounded from local residents, will continue to work to find winning solutions, said the FCMQ. The group adds that it hopes that these solutions will make it possible to respond to the challenges that have the effect of delaying the opening. “Despite our disappointment, and that of the Diable et Rouge snowmobile club, we continue to represent all snowmobilers and collaborate with other partners so that the connection trail can open next year, in conditions that will satisfy all parties, ”said FCMQ president Réal Camiré. The working group formed to find solutions to the impasse is made up of the member for Labelle Chantale Jeannotte, elected officials from Mont-Tremblant and Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré, representatives from the Ministère des Transports and representatives from the Federation of Snowmobile Clubs. The opening of the approximately 9-kilometer trail was under development when citizens noted the danger it posed for motorists, its impact on the tranquility for residents and expressed doubts about the prior information conveyed to the subject of the trail. The task force finally found that a local citizen, whose home was less than 30 meters from the trail as stipulated in the regulations, had never signed a consent. In fact, his name had been forgotten and was not on a list of residents within 30 meters. Transport Minister François Bonnardel immediately asked that negotiations be undertaken with the citizen to find common ground, failing which the trail would remain closed.
  2. https://linformationdunordmonttremblant.ca/actualites/2019/12/5/le-sentier-de-motoneige-nouvrira-pas-a-moins-dune-entente-avec-une-citoyenne-oubliee.html?fbclid=IwAR0Sfwv-KrGC5jaFmj1o6GBX_v-nSyC3sPqoUNXJijn-FIEzVMzc_PWrU0M#.Xe0CEHMVSBZ.facebook News 5 DECEMBER 2019 The snowmobile trail will not open unless an agreement with a forgotten citizen About fifty snowmobilers at a meeting of the Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré municipal council on December 3, received as an icy squall the news that, unless an agreement with an opposite Faustilacoise, the Saint snowmobile trail -Faustin-Lac-Carré / Mont-Tremblant will not open again this winter. The approximately 9-kilometer trail was laid out in the northern right-of-way of Highway 117. The approximately 9-kilometer trail was laid out in the northern right-of-way of Highway 117. © Photo Northern Info - Archives Mayor Pierre Poirier made this revelation at the beginning of the meeting. "If there is no agreement with the complainant, the trail does not open. This is the categorical message we received from Transport Minister François Bonnardel, "he said. We know that a working committee was set up in early November after riparian residents objected to the snowmobile trail of about 9 kilometers. This is the "bypass trail", according to the term "snowmobilers", which is intended to replace the portion of the P'tit Train du Nord corridor closed following a court judgment in 2004. The Government of Québec gave the green light in December 2017 to the development of the "bypass trail" and construction began during the summer. The trail is virtually finished at this point. Snowmobile enthusiasts and business people had the chance to present themselves at the meeting of the Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré municipal council to try to find out more about the evolution of the thorny file. "The working committee is in solution mode right now. There have already been several meetings with the complainant, "said Mayor Poirier. Undeniable error If some citizens of Mont-Tremblant are concerned about noise and safety at the wheel, Mayor Pierre Poirier pointed out at the outset that there had indeed been an error affecting a resident of her municipality of Saint- Faustin-Lac-Carré. While her home is within the 30-meter radius, she was never met to obtain consent. A list of six residents whose home is within 30 meters and must absolutely be visited was drawn up by the MTQ. But the name of the opponent was not there. It has therefore never been visited. His residence is only 17 meters from the trail. "There was indeed an error. The goal is not to know who made this mistake, but to find a solution, "said the mayor. The latter stated that, on the department's side, there was no intention of engaging in a legal battle with the complainant. "The ministry wants the trail to be open in a climate of good understanding with the residents," he said. The municipality of Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré will continue to delegate a representative to sit on the working committee, added Mayor Poirier.
  3. https://www.lapresse.ca/actualites/201911/07/01-5248844-nouveau-sentier-de-motoneige-pas-encore-inaugure-mais-deja-conteste.php New snowmobile trail: not yet inaugurated, but already contested Citizens of Mont-Tremblant and Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré fear the effects on their quality of life of a new snowmobile trail that will pass close to their homes. A new subsidized snowmobile trail is divisive in the Laurentians. The track to replace the section of the P'tit Train du Nord closed in 2004 is not yet inaugurated that already, residents want to change it. The soft snow that stifles noises? Citizens of Mont-Tremblant and Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré fear that the white manna will become synonymous with motor whirring. As soon as the snow cover is sufficient, the snowmobilers will be able to jump on the path laid out a few tens of meters from their residence. "I'm not against a path, but not to my detriment, on my ground! Exclaims Nadine Dumas from Saint-Faustin. Last August, she discovered with astonishment workers who were busy on the other side of her fence, in the right-of-way of Highway 117, which is under the jurisdiction of the Quebec Ministry of Transport (MTQ). The cutting of the trees and the vegetation there deprived her of a screen which attenuated the noise and the sight of the traffic, she said. Not only will snowmobilers have an unobstructed view of his home, but they will pass very close. Between her bathroom and the path, there is less than 20 m, she estimates. This is much less than the distance established by the historic judgment of the P'tit Train du Nord, which banned a section of this linear park to snowmobiles in 2004. Judge Helene Langlois, Superior Court, then ordered to pay $ 1200 per winter to residents of "any part of the dwelling" within 100 m of the park right-of-way. Nadine Dumas in the new trail that will take the snowmobiles close to his home in Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré "We do not want it" This new 9 km route aims to replace the section closed 15 years ago. Quebec financed it at a cost of $ 3 million, and gave the mandate to the Devil and Red Snowmobile Club to have the work done, so that the Laurentians, Lanaudière and Outaouais are reconnected. But many residents of the trail complain that they have not been informed of his arrival. This is the case of Guy Parent of Mont-Tremblant, whose mailbox was found in the middle of the trail. The work also brought down the post illuminating his imposing Christ on the cross. The lighting will be replaced and the mailbox moved, he was assured. Nevertheless, he finds it very dangerous to have to cross this two-way snowmobile trail to get out of his home. We will have to cross two highways, Ski-Doo and 117, where cars arrive quickly and there is a lot of traffic. A danger also denounced by Hélène Turgeon, who lives nearby. And she dreads the sound of snowmobiles, which will pass about forty meters from her house. "We accepted the 117, but one more noise, we do not want it. It is not far from 700 [snowmobiles] that will pass, "she said, referring to the closed section of the P'tit Train du Nord, where 300 to 700 snowmobiles were traveling on the weekend. The speed limits and the ban on driving at night do not reassure her at all. "On the roads, they do not have the right to drive at 150 or 175 km / h, but there are some who do the same," she illustrates. 100 m, 30 m or ... 0 m? Under the Off-Road Vehicle Act, trails created after December 31, 2011 must be at least 100 m away from homes. The Ministry and the Club Devil and Red consider however that it is not a new path, but a relocation, requiring only 30 m. The law provides that a link created after the loss of a right of way "does not constitute a new path". However, she speaks of a path "whose path is changed in a very insignificant way". This is not the case of this one, which replaces a section between Saint-Faustin and Labelle. In any case, "in a public domain right-of-way, which is the case here, the 30 m does not apply," says club president Roland Leroy. In fact, traffic within 30 m of a dwelling is not prohibited "on a public road or built on the domain of the State," says the law. Is this route acceptable? The Minister of Transport, François Bonnardel, did not want to make a decision, directing us to his ministry. At the end of the day yesterday, the MTQ had still not provided the requested answers two days earlier. Even if the displacement of an existing trail allows a separation distance of 30 m rather than 100 m, "it is certainly preferable to develop it according to the new standards where it is possible to do so", indicates also the Guide for the development and maintenance of snowmobile trails in Quebec. Mobilization In desperation, Hélène Turgeon joined Normand Lacroix, who led the collective action of P'tit Train du Nord. He alerted the City of Mont-Tremblant, which passed a resolution calling for mitigation measures at the MTQ, such as a noise barrier. Ms. Turgeon would prefer that the runway never be opened. "But if you do not have a choice, you definitely want a wall," she says. "That they do not come to put a wall at home, I will undo it. I'm not in Mexico with Trump, "protests Guy Parent. His request ? That the track is moved on the strip of land separating the two directions of the 117. "Ski-Doo passed in the middle before, it would not bother anyone," he believes. Nadine Dumas also does not want this track near her home. But after weeks of unsuccessful complaints, this single mother who works to start her business at home can not take it anymore. Outraged to be told by the Ministry that the trail respected the limit of 30 m and, considering that it is missing more than 13 m for that it is the case, she asks for the purchase of each of these missing meters at the value of his house, more than $ 2 million in total. If I had not been told a falseness on leaving, if someone had confessed something, it would not be there! The three residents were invited to meet with their MP this Friday, and the Mayor of Mont-Tremblant has a scheduled meeting with the MTQ on Monday. Remember that prosecution for neighborhood inconvenience caused by snowmobiles has been prohibited since 2010. This suspension will expire on January 1, unless Quebec extends it. "The minister has not yet announced his intentions. We will do it in due course, "we were told in Mr. Bonnardel's office.
  4. If you are near Shawinigan this weekend they are having the Snowcross just off the river in Shawinigan at Centre Gervais Auto.
  5. Happy New Year to all. Looking forward to welcoming you here at the Auberge Drakkar, The trail is Open and Groomed to our doorstep. Nancy and I wish all of you a Bonne nouvelle annee filled with lots of health and happiness along with smooth trails for you and yours. The season is underway come and enjoy. Reggie
  6. We are counting the minutes here as well. Looking forward to seeing you all. Redge & Nancy
  7. Hello Quebecriders, The fall season is here in Mauricie the trees are showing their colors and the leaves are falling fast. The time to ride will be here before you know it. We are ready to welcome you. Do not forget. We have secure parking, surveillance cameras and heated garage, also secure, to protect your snowmobiles and trailers. Direct access to the snowmobile trail, in front of the hotel. Think of us in planning your winter season Also coming soon a live webcam so you can see the snow for yourself on our website. We are planning a weekend of riding from the Auberge with a few surprises. Talking with Iceman to pick a date. Who is interested in riding with Iceman from the Auberge? More info on this coming soon. Looking forward to a great season and to having you with us. Hope to see you at the Auberge, Thank You for your support, Redge and Nancy
  8. Here at Auberge Drakkar... It was unfortunately the last snowmobile weekend. We would like to thank our customers for supporting us throughout the winter. We had great pleasure in receiving you. thank you c'était malheureusement la dernière fin de semaine de motoneige. Nous tenons à remercier notre clientèle de nous avoir supporté tout au long de l'hiver. Nous avons eu beaucoup de plaisir à vous recevoir. merci
  9. The snow is deep and the trails are excellent. Looking like it's shaping up to be a fantastic rest of the season 2017. Our new website is up. And you can make reservations directly online. Come on up we would love to have you here.
  10. Thanks very much! We can not wait to see you again!
  11. Hi Iceman and Playhard have a great trip!
  12. Looking forward to having you with us.
  13. Thank You! Hi Playhard, looking forward to having you here at our place.
  14. Thank you for the nice words. We can not wait to have you back again.
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