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Partners

The Ultra-Trail Harricana du Canada™ is the result of the mobilization of multiple partners whose combined forces and connections increase the impact of the event tenfold.

The many people involved come from all kinds of industries to provide funding, products or services or to share their resources. They are absolutely essential to the event’s success.

Thank you for being on the team and playing a part in spreading and developing trail and ultra-trail running in Quebec while also supporting our fundraising efforts for the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada.

Main Partners
The North Face

Sometimes we run to get away from our everyday and to be one with the outdoors and its surroundings. It’s not often we get the chance to run in an region designated a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO — thanks to the countless hours put in by the race volunteers and organizers, and the support from the community of Charlevoix, we once again have the opportunity to run in one of the most serene landscapes the province of Quebec has to offer.

On behalf of The North Face Canada, thank you for participating in this year’s fifth edition of Ultra-Trail Harricana and giving back to a great cause — to raise funds and awareness for The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada and for the 100,000 Canadians living with MS. Best of luck on race day and don’t forget to take a bit of time to soak up the views that La Malbaie has to offer while you’re out on the trails

Altitude Sports

Altitude Sports’ mission is to equip you with the most durable, well-designed goods through an unequaled online experience. The enterprise was born when the love of the outdoors met Montreal’s flair. From a single storefront, it has grown into a haven for those who value comfort and style.

Näak

We are committed to build the most efficient and sustainable fuel for every athletes. It’s all based in one radical idea. Long lasting energy powered by high quality and sustainable ingredients. Or, as we call it, Ultra Fueling.

Terres d’Aventure

A leader in walking travel for over 40 years, renowned for its expertise and knowledge of hiking for each destination, Terres d’Aventure takes thousands of travelers on foot each year through 1,600 trips.

Tourisme Charlevoix

Charlevoix Regional Tourist Association, better known as Tourisme Charlevoix, is a non-profit organisation created in 1975. It is the only organisation recognised by Tourisme Québec (Québec’s Ministry of Tourism) to represent the regions’s stakeholders and defend issues dear to the tourism industry. The association is very proactive and sits on several committees.

In synergy with our members and partners, we have the mission to promote Charlevoix’s tourism industry encouraging economic, human and sustainable development. Our vision: positioning the Charlevoix region as an exceptional destination renowned for its uniqueness and warmth.

La Malbaie

La Ville de La Malbaie est toujours très fière de recevoir l’évènement Ultra-Trail Harricana sur son territoire en partenariat avec le Mont Grand-Fonds.
Cet évènement permet de promouvoir la santé et le dépassement de soi tout en sensibilisant les gens à différentes causes sociales.
Un succès semblable ne peut que susciter l’admiration de la population. Bravo et merci de nous faire découvrir une belle discipline sportive accessible qui nous permet d’être témoin du dépassement de soi à son meilleur.

Gouvernement du Québec

The goal of Quebec’s tourism ministry is to support the development and promotion of tourism in the province, by encouraging discussion and partnership among the actors involved in that development and promotion, with a view to creating jobs, economic prosperity and sustainable development.

Mont Grand-Fonds

From the very first year, the Corporation du parc régional du Mont Grand-Fonds falls, every September, into the rhythm of The Ultra-Trail Harricana of Canada. Over time, a posse of ambassadors, runners and nature lovers have come to explore the mountain, this wild, natural and completely unique place where a sense of freedom goes hand in hand with the drive to push yourself.

We warmly welcome you, runners and challenge-seekers, to this important yet unique event. Friends, parents and families are all welcome to come cheer on these admirable athletes of all levels. Come enjoy Mont Grand-Fond and Charlevoix for its vibrant attractions: the breathtaking natural panoramas and the legendary authenticity of its inhabitants.

MRC de Charlevoix-Est

A MRC encompasses all the municipalities in a home territory forming an administrative unit known as a municipality under the Municipal Code of Québec, incorporated by letters patent issued by the government. The MRC are privileged forums for discussion of critical issues of concern to elected municipal officials like land use and economic and social development.

The MRC de Charlevoix-Est (MRC) strives to ensure balanced land-development planning and support social and economic development initiatives, which is addressed by Mission développement Charlevoix that helps companies get started, expand and transfer ownership.

Partners
Microbrasserie de Charlevoix

It is at the very heart of Baie-St-Paul that are brewed the region’s celebrated Belgian-inspired beers “Dominus Vobiscum” Blanche, Ambrée, Double and Triple, as well as the funkier “Vache Folle” ESB and Milk Stout.

Since 1998, the Charlevoix brasseurs have let their imagination run wild, experimenting with new methods and flavours to satisfy the most demanding connoisseur, but also every specialty beer enthusiast. January 2009 saw the rejuvenation of the operations, moved to new modern and more effective installations, giving the brewery the capacity of a larger volume to follow an increasing demand.

Leki

Recognized as the absolute world leader in ski and outdoor poles for the last 60 years,LEKI stands for the highest performing quality products. With over 250 patents, LEKI has introduced the most innovations than any other pole manufacturer in the Alpine, Cross Country, Outdoor, Nordic Walking, and Trail Running industry. All products remain sourced and made in Europe.

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MRC de Charlevoix

La mission de la MRC de Charlevoix vise à assurer une planification harmonieuse de l’aménagement du territoire et à soutenir les initiatives de développement social et économique, ce dernier mandat étant confié à son Service de développement local et entrepreneurial (SDLE) lequel, notamment, oeuvre au démarrage, à l’expansion et au transfert d’entreprises.

RECYC-QUÉBEC

Concerned with making Québec a model for innovative and sustainable waste management to create a waste-free society, RECYC-QUÉBEC is a government-corporation created in 1990, the goal of which is to promote, develop and encourage reduction, reuse, recovery and recycling of containers, packaging, materials and products, as well as creating value from them for the purposes of conserving resources.

Mission: Lead Québec to reduce, reuse, and recycle residual materials to promote a circular economy and fight against climate change.

Vision: Become a key partner in a waste-free Québec.

Accès Conseil

Having an insurance policy is good. Having the right policy, is even better! AccèsConseil there to find the policy that fits your needs; a team of brokers that will help you get the right policy that suits your needs. We have a specialised knowledge of the market, and the solutions you need on our fingertips, and we know how to communicate it all to you in the right, simplest words.

With us, your broker will be your best ally, offering counsel at each step of your life, supporting you whenever a claim arises. AccèsConseil proposes an array of insurance solutions, envisioned to fit every need of your family or your business. Is there something more reassuring than a team of dedicated experts on your team?

Tardif Royal LePage team

The Tardif Team is made up of 18 real estate brokers who are all experienced, talented and concerned about offering you an advantageous real estate transaction, without concern or hassle.

The Tardif Royal LePage team is first and foremost the adventure of Maxime and David, twin brothers who decided to become a leader in the real estate field in the greater Montreal area. Over the years, the team has grown and now has a dozen experienced real estate brokers to serve you and advise you.

Horizon Charlevoix

Horizon Charlevoix was created in 2012 as a non-profit organization for the promotion of sports and outdoors activities for youth under 20 years old. Their support also goes to assist youth that compete at national or international level outdoors sports that are practiced in the region of Charlevoix. One of their central objectives is to provide a monetary or organisational support for outdoors and sports event in the region.

PCN Physio

With its high-level care, the PCN Physio team offers a human approach and personalized service to help you return to your favorite activities, whatever they may be!

SCSP

You can have fun while doing good: let’s end MS! For the seventh year in a row, the MS Society of Canada is proud to partner with Événements Harricana. All the money you raise enables us to continue funding research and providing services to the 20,000 Quebeckers with MS.

“I started the Harricana project with my sister, Geneviève Boivin, and Sébastien Côté, a friend, to support research on multiple sclerosis (MS), which I have myself”, says Sébastien Boivin, spokesperson. “I was really impressed by the generosity of the people who donated to support the cause. Thank you for your help it’s truly appreciated!”.

Every cent will help to find a cure and build a future without MS. Thank you! 

Traversée de Charlevoix

La Traversée de Charlevoix is a non-profit organisation founded in 1978. The organisation offers short and long distance hikes through the Charlevoix backcountry in either a seven day, 105 km trek format, or a shorter three to four day trek, both with overnight lodging in chalets. Mountain biking excursions are also offered, in addition to one day hiking trips. La Traversée de Charlevoix is accessible on foot or with skis.

GRAND Club de course

The Ultra-Trail Harricana of Canada is pleased to partner with the GRAND children’s running club, which will host the youth race starts. Entirely intended for children aged 5 to 15, the GRAND running club is present throughout Quebec to introduce children to running in a fun way and while respecting their physical, physiological and motor development.

Help your children prepare for the event by registering them for the next GRAND running club session. All children who are members of the GRAND club benefit from a 50% discount to participate in the Ultra-Trail Harricana of Canada.

Supporters