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

December 4, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 4, 2025

QUEEN’S PARK – 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.

“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 a key part of our local economy in Renfrew–Nipissing–Pembroke. With one of
the largest trail networks in the province, reliable connectivity is essential for tourism, recreation,
and access across our community. I am proud of the work members of our government have
done to protect this vital part of our rural economy and way of life,” said MPP Billy Denault.
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:
For additional information, please contact:
Krystal Moreau, Constituency Assistant
Office of Billy Denault, MPP
613-735-6627
krystal.moreau@pc.ola.org