The starting point will be at the Mistissini Cree community, in the heart of Northern Québec, on the vast Eeyou Istchee Cree territory. Destination: North of Mistassini Lake. This course is the equivalent of a 6-day kyte trip on a snow surface of 2,335km². The Osprey outfitting camps will be the base camps of the expedition. A strong ethnographic expedition of adventure. Important implications of the Cree and Jamesian communities in the project.

The Chibougamau minor hockey tournament is coming to its 37^th edition and provides to numerous players of the region, the opportunity to play in a major tournament in front of parents and friends. From January 31 to February 3, 2013, 300 volunteers and 400 players will put their efforts together for the success of this tournament. Here is an opportunity to bring together diverse communities from the region.  

Fishing is my passion, the James Bay Walleye Fishing Tournament, my destination!

Family activities and shows for everyone are scheduled for the 13th edition of the most important fishing tournament in Quebec. With more than $110 000 in cash and prizes, participating is the key to success. Taking place nearby lake Opémiska, 10 km away from Chapais, the site offers free parking, concrete boarding ramp, an information desk, sanitary facilities, and a practical pedestrian path that leads to Camping Opémiska. Professionals and amateurs, you are all invited to tease the James Bay walleye!

This event is a cultural celebration which extends a hand of friendship to other cultures. The day begins with a ceremony celebrating the first steps of infants who walk in public for the first time and thereby become part of the community. This is followed by fun and games where athletes and artisans display their talents. These activities are followed by a makoushan – a feast where everyone is welcome!

Ouje-Bougoumou “The Place Where People Gather“. Here is a unique opportunity to promote intercultural relations between communities by participating in diverse activites. Entertainment  and activities will be offered for all groups ages. An inflatable playground will be available for kids every day and there will be clowns to entertain and do their makeup. There will be exhibitions and a sale of aboriginal art as well as stories and legends' telling in tepees. Guided visits of the village and museum will be also available. Different competitons and tournaments will be part of the game as well: food competition, blueberry picking, pie eaters, canoe races, beach volleyball tournament, screen tournament, etc. Different cultural activities will be offered  and different local artists, groups or guests will take care of the musical entertainment. Majestic fireworks are anticipated at the end of the festival. You all invited to the fourth edition of Ouje-Bougoumou's 2012 Blueberry Festival. 

Nine days of winter celebrations where dancing, performances, animations as well as the duchess crowning take place. Without forgetting "La Randonnée du Président", the biggest antique snowmobile hike in North America where ATV fans can participate. A cross Country Race of 250 Km for pros, fans and wife is also planned. 

The first edition of the Invitation Barrette bonspiel will beheld at the Chapais Curling Club. This year, this tournement will attract more than 130 curlers from all regions of Quebec. This  edition offers more than $8 000 in prizes and purses. Whether you are a curler or a spectator, come and enjoy the Invitation Barrette Bonspiel.