Ontario Invests $3.9 Million to Restore 4,500 Kilometres of Snowmobile Trails

December 8, 2025

CORNWALL – To protect Ontario’s snowmobile network and the communities that rely on it, our
government is providing the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) with an additional
$3.9 million this season, bringing total support to $4.9 million in 2025–26. This targeted funding
will enable the full reopening of 4,500 kilometres of trails while we work with the OFSC on a
long-term trail strategy. In SDSG, this includes 146.65 kilometres of trails which are used by
Seaway Valley Snowmobile Association, Nation Valley Snowmobile Association, and the
Glengarry Snowmobile Club.

“We heard the concerns from riders and the OFSC, and we took action,” said Ric Bresee,
Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Transportation. “This investment will keep Ontario’s
snowmobile trail system safe, reliable, and ready for the season, giving riders and communities
the certainty they need to plan with confidence.”

Snowmobiling continues to be one of the province’s most popular winter activities. With over
30,000 kilometres of trails to travel, Ontario has a world class snowmobile network that attracts
visitors from around the world. Reopening these trails is essential to supporting local
businesses, protecting tourism revenue, and ensuring riders can safely access Ontario’s trail
system.

“Snowmobiling is an incredible winter activity in our community, and it is critical that our trails
remain safe and reliable for everyone to use,” said Nolan Quinn, MPP for Stormont-Dundas-
South Glengarry. “Through this investment, our government is ensuring that residents and
visitors in SDSG can safely enjoy our trails all season long and support our local economy.”

Ontario’s snowmobile network contributes up to $6 billion of economic activity annually. This
funding is one more way our government is protecting Ontario by strengthening tourism,
creating jobs and supporting local economies across the province.

QUICK FACTS

Since 2020–21, the Ministry of Transportation has provided $4.5 million in funding to the OFSC through an existing Transfer Payment Agreement.
The OFSC manages the province’s snowmobile trail permit system and coordinates trail operations across hundreds of local volunteer clubs that maintain Ontario’s network.

Media Contact:

Adrian Bugelli
Office of MPP Nolan Quinn
613-933-6513
Nolan.Quinn@pc.ola.org