Bonjour a tous,

Nous voici presque au début d’une autre saison. Avec un peu de chance, elle sera plus intéressante que l’année passée.

This season will be an improvement from last season but limitations will still be in effect. We are hoping to have groups on weekends and private lessons as we did last season. It is a fluid situation as to what the Quebec rules for ski areas will be, however we remain confident.

We will require all instructors to be double vaccinated, prior to getting activated, so please be sure you are getting this done. We want our people to be as safe as possible.

I will be giving priority to last season’s group.

We are hoping to bring on some new people, but for now, it is just a matter of being on the blog and waiting.

Be patient and stay tuned, we will be sending out info.

For now, get vaxed, be up to date with the CSIA CSCF or CASI.

All for now

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471 fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

We will have info as to the upcoming season soon enough, as we are bidding our time waiting for government protocols to become clear for the ski industry.

My reason for sending this email is on a more sad note.

One of our past instructor has passed, Geoffrey Brennan. Geoffrey taught with us for a few years back, mainly during the week and some school breaks. He eventually spent most of his time at Tremblant.

Geoffrey a fait partie de notre équipe a Camp Fortune et a été très apprécier par les moniteurs qu’il côtoyait. Je garde un bon souvenir d’un homme/ moniteur qui aidais le gens avec sont caractère partageur soit en ski ou en planche.

https://www.lenecrologue.com/canada/quebec/outaouais/papineau/sainte-cecile_de_masham/les-jardins-du-souvenir/5jSg519U/geoffrey-brennan/obituaries/

I am sure you join me in expressing condolences to the family.

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

Hello all,

Tuesday the 10th of august I will begin a 300 Km solo sail along with other boats to raise $ for Camp Trillium and Camp Ooch, J’espère avoir votre support pour cette bonne cause.

Every donation counts towards our goal,  Ensemble nous avons le pouvoir de faire une différence. Two other people with Academy connections will be participating in the fundraiser.

For more info please follow the link  https://support.ooch.org/solo300/francoisbernier

David Morralee   https://support.ooch.org/solo300/davidmorralee

Nicole Delaney https://support.ooch.org/solo300/nicoledelaney

Thank you in advance for your support.

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

Hello all,

I hope your all doing well, its still early to talk snow school. We will get to that later this month.

Camp Fortune is looking for a Full Time Customer service person.

Wanted: Customer Service Expert for a Fun Family Ski Hill

Camp Fortune is a busy family ski hill that has been operating for more than a century in the beautiful hills of Gatineau park in Chelsea, QC. In the winter, we offer skiing, snowboarding, and expert instruction. The summer brings an aerial course, mountain pipe coaster, and an extreme zipline. We cater to families and foster a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

We are looking for a full-time customer service assistant manager who wants stable long-term employment. This job is fast paced and requires good communication and basic computer skills.  Your primary job will be customer interactions including pass and ticket sales, and answering customer questions in person, over the phone, and via email. Must be available to work weekdays.

Requirements:

Bilingual: French/English

Kind, friendly, welcoming

Organized and able to multi-task

Stable

Dependable

Starting pay: $20/hr

Benefits:

Camp Fortune is a fun friendly atmosphere and a great place to work.

Our team members enjoy free skiing and access to year-round family activities

Discounts on ski gear

Flexible hours

To apply, please email your resume to Amy at info@campfortune.com. We look forward to meeting you.

Take care everyone, will be in touch soon enough.

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

Hoping all are well and enjoying the good weather. On the “what about next season” question? I believe we will have a closer to normal winter and be able to return to a new normal. Till then stay safe and enjoy the summer.

Congratulations to Celina Cada-Matasawagon on taking 1rst place in the Summer Solstice virtual Indigenous Festival , in the adult hoop dance category.

https://ottawacitizen.com/news/local-news/powwow-dancers-showcase-talents-during-virtual-summer-solstice-indigenous-festival.

All for now

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

Season in review;

It was an odd season, with varying alert levels and continuous adjustments .Masking and sanitizing became routine and somehow we made it through.

Snow was good , lineups a bit long but we and the public adjusted to find the best time to slide.

It was hard not seeing so many familiar faces, so when people made it to the hill it was like reunion day . I believe those of us that were at the hill truly appreciated the chance to ski/ride and be outside.

Looking forward;

We will be running programs again.

Covid should be under control by then?

We can expect next season to be “the new normal”

What that means will be revealed as the season approaches.

I will communicate through the summer as needed.

Please be sure you are registered to follow the Blog

If anyone still has a coat contact me to arrange a return.

The Fern;

Runner up Marie Brule, skate board slip and run down Marshall.:😊

The winner Robin Bernstein, lost radio spy school dropout as well as snowing a photographer on a photo shoot. 😊😊

Thanks

This season showed us how people oriented we really are.

We appreciated seeing those that were here. And missed the gang that was not able to be here.

We noticed how much people appreciated getting a chance to ski/ride and just being outside.

I want to thank everyone for this past season, even if you were not able to be here, thank you for staying engaged.

We hope to have the gang back on snow next season.

Stay safe

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

Reminder for this evening.

Again I will open meeting at 645 but will only begin at 7.

You’re invited to join a Microsoft Teams meeting

Title: Francois Bernier’s Teams Meeting
Time: Apr 22, 2021 7:00:00 PM

Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

Hi all,

A reminder/ invite to our year end virtual meeting, please sign in early as I would like to get started on time at 7 pm . The meeting will simply be Me speaking / thanking all and giving a look forward to next season as well as a few housekeeping items.

I will also announce this years Fern award and the runner up. 😊

It will be short, 10 to 15 minutes. If unable to make it the same info will be posted on the blog ( be sure you are signed up to follow link in my signature ).

Look forward to 7pm Thursday. Again I will open meeting at 645 but will only begin at 7.

You’re invited to join a Microsoft Teams meeting

Title: Francois Bernier’s Teams Meeting
Time: Apr 22, 2021 7:00:00 PM

Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

Ottawa Tourism is creating a “local’s guide” as a promotional tool to promote the best things to do in and around Ottawa. We have been nominated as the best winter activity. Please take a moment to vote for us, and for the other categories too if you like. To complete your vote you must enter an email address, please use your personal one so we are not all inputting Camp Fortune addresses.

Thanks for your support.

https://ottawatourism.ca/en/myottawalocalsguide

• Winter Activity
• Select “E” Skiing at Camp Fortune.

Thanks in advance

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website

I will be in the pro room both Thursday and Friday between 10 30 and 12 30, since its march break maybe I can collect a few more coats. Thank you in advance for taking the time to return the jackets. Looking forward to the MS meeting on the 22^nd  7pm

Have two nominees for the fern so far.

All for now

Francois Bernier
Directeur, Services Sportifs/Director, Sport Services
Tel. 819-827-1717 poste 2204
Mob/cell 819-664-2471

fbernier@campfortune.com
Academy /website