ABOUT US
Who’s ENGNE?
Évènements Nordiques Gatineau Nordic Events (ENGNE) is a non-profit organization incorporated in the province of Quebec. The registration in the Registraire des entreprises was made on November 12, 2013 under the name of Évènements Nordiques Gatineau (NEQ 1169611275) in accordance with the laws and regulations of the province of Quebec.
ENGNE was created by Chelsea Nordiq Ski Club, Nakkertok Nordic, Club Skinouk and Gatineau Loppet with the original purpose of organizing the Gatineau stage of the 2016 Ski Tour Canada Cup FIS world. The clubs are equal partners, and each is represented on the ENGNE board of directors by two members appointed by their respective boards of directors. The eight members of ENGNE's board of directors are mandated to ensure that the activities of the corporation are aligned with the mission of the organization.
Our History
Évènements Nordiques Gatineau Nordic Events (ENGNE) was created in November 2013 and brings together four major cross-county ski organizations in the region: Chelsea Nordiq Club, Gatineau Loppet, Nordic Nakkertok and Club Skinouk.
On March 1, 2016, ENGNE had the privilege of presenting the first stage of Ski Tour Canada 2016. Even though ENGNE was in its infancy, this first Cross-Country Ski World Cup in Gatineau was a huge organizational and financial success.
The ENGNE corporation is still active. The legacy generated by the presentation of Ski Tour Canada 2016, allows ENGNE to continue its activities and contribute to the development of cross-country skiing in accordance with its mission by supporting the athletes, coaches and officials of the founding organizations.
Essentially, ENGNE organizes national and international cross-country ski races to be held in the Outaouais, the profits of which are reinvested in its support programs and returned to organizations.
Our Mission
Host, organize and promote major events and competitions in the field of cross-country skiing and other related sports activities
Promote the practice of amateur and competitive sport and a healthy lifestyle.
Expand the reputation of Gatineau and the National Capital Region as a sporting and cultural destination of choice.
Our goals:
Host, organize and promote major events and competitions in the field of cross-country skiing and other related sports activities
Promote the practice of amateur and competitive sport and a healthy lifestyle.
Expand the reputation of Gatineau and the National Capital Region as a sporting and cultural destination of choice.
Board of Directors
The Évènements Nordiques Gatineau Nordic Events (ENGNE) corporation brings together four major cross-country ski organizations in the region: Chelsea Nordiq, Gatineau Loppet, Nakkertok Nordique and Club Skinouk.
The clubs are equal partners, and each is represented on the ENGNE board of directors by two members appointed by their respective boards of directors.
John Halvorsen, Nakkertok Nordic
President
Claude Laramée, Gatineau Loppet
Past President
Jennifer Tomlinson, Nakkertok Nordic
Vice President
Yves Dupont, Gatineau Loppet
Treasurer
Jacques Dumont, Club Skinouk
Secretary
Philippe Daoust, Club Skinouk
Administrator
Natasha Stobert, Chelsea Nordiq
Administrator
Andrew Liddiard, Chelsea Nordiq
Administrator
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About ENGNE
ENGNE was created by three local ski clubs and a race organization to host, organize, and promote major events and competitions in cross-country skiing and related sports. We enrich the experience for participants and fans, promote healthy lifestyle, amateur and competitive sport, and bolster the reputation of Gatineau and the National Capital Region as a sports and cultural destination.
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Eco-friendly Event
ENGNE has the objective and mandate to present events that are as eco-friendly as possible. We ask all participants to reduce usage of single use plastics, styrofoam, packaging and containers they will bring on the competition site. We ask that you sort and dispose of all wastes in the proper recycling, composting and waste bins located at several locations on site to collect wastes. We thank you for helping make a greener planet.
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Safe Sport
ENGNE believes that everyone has the right to a safe and inclusive environment, free from maltreatment. If you are experiencing, or you suspect someone else is experiencing, abuse, discrimination, violence or other forms of maltreatment, contact the Canadian Sport Helpline or the onsite SafeSport officer. These individuals can connect you with support and help you file a complaint. For emergencies, call 911.
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Land Acknowledgement
ENGNE respectfully acknowledges that the lands on which we live and ski are the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People. We are grateful to have the opportunity to be present in this territory. We share a common respect for our natural environment that provides us the privilege of using the topography of mother earth and the snow that falls from the sky to enjoy our chosen activity of cross country skiing.