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6mo ago

Conciliator Calls Urgent Talks as Le Massif Cancels Remainder of Ski Season

Officials seek a quick resolution after workers rejected offers that prompted the season’s cancellation.

The collective agreement for the 300 employees of Le Massif de Charlevoix resort expired on Dec. 31. Wages remain a key sticking point in the negotiations as employees have been on an unlimited general strike since Jan. 2.

Overview

  • The resort shut down the rest of the 2025–26 season after employees voted down a contract and arbitration proposal on Jan. 19.
  • Management said continuing operations was no longer viable given safety requirements and the need to resume snowmaking by late January.
  • Roughly 300 unionized workers have been on an unlimited strike since Jan. 2 with wages at the center of talks, alongside subcontracting, sick leave, safety and vacation time.
  • Conciliators have summoned both sides to meet this week, with Groupe Le Massif’s president stressing urgency and the union saying it remains hopeful for a settlement.
  • Tourism businesses in Charlevoix report cancellations and losses as operators steer visitors to alternate activities, while Club Med Québec Charlevoix stays open without ski access and offers credits, rebooking or refunds.