{"id":422275,"date":"2026-01-20T22:09:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T22:09:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/422275\/"},"modified":"2026-01-20T22:09:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T22:09:09","slug":"le-massif-cancels-ski-season-following-unionized-worker-strike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/422275\/","title":{"rendered":"Le Massif Cancels Ski Season Following Unionized Worker Strike"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A major ski resort near Quebec City has officially ended its season.<\/p>\n<p>After negotiations with striking unionized workers collapsed, leaving operations at a standstill, Le Massif de Charlevoix announced that continuing the season was no longer viable.<\/p>\n<p>Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/montreal\/things-to-do\/montreal-skiing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Where to find best Montreal skiing near the city<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Perched above the St. Lawrence River in the heart of Charlevoix, Le Massif de Charlevoix is a four-season mountain resort defined by scale, scenery, and ambition.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Renowned for its dramatic terrain that plunges from lofty peaks to the water\u2019s edge, the resort offers an expansive outdoor playground year-round, paired with standout local gastronomy and on-mountain accommodations.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"fc4a4d84-05a4-4fdd-51e0-c7517f53525b\" class=\"photo lazy inline\" loading=\"lazy\" data-component=\"lazy-embed\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1768946949_791_image.webp.webp\" alt=\"Le Massif, skiing, Montreal\" data-caption=\"\" data-credit=\"Photograph: Courtesy Le Massif\/Jean S\u00e9bastien Chartier\" data-width-class=\"\" data-image-id=\"105720783\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\nPhotograph: Courtesy Le Massif\/Jean S\u00e9bastien Chartier&#13;<\/p>\n<p>In winter, Le Massif delivers one of Quebec\u2019s most impressive ski experiences, with 53 trails and glades spread across more than 400 acres, along with a vast off-piste playground for more adventurous skiers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The mountain benefits from an average 545 cm of natural snowfall each year, supported by ongoing investments in snowmaking to ensure consistently strong conditions throughout the season.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Check out: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/montreal\/news\/downtown-montreal-is-getting-a-new-skating-rink-and-its-not-where-you-think-122925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Downtown Montreal is getting a new skating rink \u2014 and it\u2019s not where you think<\/a><\/p>\n<p>With 70% of the terrain groomed, the resort balances high-alpine thrills with accessibility, making it equally appealing to families and seasoned skiers alike.<\/p>\n<p>When is Le Massif officially closing?<\/p>\n<p>Regular operations have been closed since January 19 at 4 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>How will ski tickets, sledding and dining reservations be affected?<\/p>\n<p>Season passes &amp; multi-day passes: No decision yet. Updates will be communicated within the next two weeks.<\/p>\n<p>Day tickets &amp; consecutive multi-day tickets: Refunded if their valid dates fall during the strike period up to January 25, 2026. Decisions for later dates will be announced within two weeks.<\/p>\n<p>Reciprocity with Mont Grand-Fonds: The agreement has been terminated; sticker distribution is suspended.<\/p>\n<p>Snow school registrations: No decision yet; updates expected within two weeks.<\/p>\n<p>Sledding reservations: Refunded if valid during the strike period up to January 22, 2026. Later dates to be confirmed within two weeks.<\/p>\n<p>Camp-Boule restaurant reservations: Automatically cancelled.<\/p>\n<p>For more information and updates about Le Massif, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lemassif.com\/en\/frequently-asked-questions-strike-action\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Is Le Massif accommodation reservation guaranteed?<\/p>\n<p>Accommodations are independent of Le Massif de Charlevoix and remain open during the strike.<\/p>\n<p>January 2\u201315, 2026: If your arrival date falls during the strike, you may receive a credit usable within 12 months for the same unit.<\/p>\n<p>January 16\u201319, 2026: Only cancellations allowed, with a 50% fee.<\/p>\n<p>From January 20, 2026: Details to be announced soon.<\/p>\n<p>Cancellations: Must be submitted in writing via a request form.<\/p>\n<p>RECOMMENDED:\u00a0<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/montreal\/things-to-do\/best-things-to-do-in-montreal\" target=\"_blank\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/montreal\/things-to-do\/best-things-to-do-in-montreal\" data-modified- rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Full guide to the\u00a0best things to do in Montreal\u00a0<br \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/montreal\/news\/downtown-montreal-is-getting-a-new-skating-rink-and-its-not-where-you-think-122925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Best ice skating in Montreal this winter<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/montreal\/things-to-do\/best-things-to-do-in-montreal\" target=\"_blank\" data-modified-href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/montreal\/things-to-do\/best-things-to-do-in-montreal\" data-modified- rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><br \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A major ski resort near Quebec City has officially ended its season. 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