Canada's largest cross-country ski event welcomes more than 2 500 skiers from around the world

The Largest Cross-country Ski Event in Gatineau!
From february 19 to 21, the Outaouais Region welcomes the Gatineau Loppet! It’s the largest cross-country ski event in Canada which welcomes more than 2 500 skiers from all around the world. Held in Gatineau Park, the 32th edition will feature activities for all, from beginners to experts. www.gatineauloppet.com.
 
Tubes and Candies: What a Good Recipe!
Tubes & Jujubes is the largest and most entertaining family amusement centre of the National Capital Region. On March 1st, the company celebrates its second anniversary. Lots of activities will be offered for this special occasion: make-up, animation, birthday cake, gift and more surprises for kids! During March break, day camp are also offered.  www.tubesjujubes.com.
 
An Affordable Inn!
Located in the heart of Saint-André-Avellin, the Auberge de Jeunesse Petite-Nation showcases 13 private guestrooms, 16 bunk beds dormitory style and ‘’Le P’tit Café de l’Auberge’’. It is the only youth hostel in the Papineau area, its aim is to promote sustainable tourism development, by proposing lodging with local activities in partnership with various ecotourism, agricultural, social and cultural organizations of the region. An affordable getaway, a good suggestion these days!  www.aubergepetitenation.org.
 
Outaouais Tourism
Anne Chardon, Head of Media Relations
819-778-2222, ext. 217 / 1-800-265-7822
achardon@tourisme-outaouais.ca
www.outaouaistourism.com