October 28, 2026 - The Canadian Ski Marathon is pleased to announce its partnership with Service d’animation jeunesse de l’Outaouais (SAJO), the designated community beneficiary of the 2027 CSM Impact Challenge, taking place on Saturday, February 6.

This new initiative invites businesses to bring their teams together around a sporting challenge that combines physical activity, teamwork, and community engagement. Beyond the kilometres covered, participating teams will help support an organization that plays an important role in the lives of young people throughout La Petite-Nation.

SAJO: Experiences That Help Young People Grow
Service d’animation jeunesse de l’Outaouais (SAJO) actively contributes to the development and well-being of young people in the region by providing opportunities to stay active, discover their potential, and build meaningful connections with their community.

Through its day camp and wide range of sports and outdoor activities, SAJO offers enriching experiences that foster independence, self-confidence, and healthy lifestyle habits.

Whether through hiking, cycling, water activities, swimming, outdoor adventures, or introductions to different sports, these experiences help young people develop teamwork, perseverance, self-esteem, and the confidence to take on new challenges.

The partnership between SAJO and the CSM Impact Challenge is particularly meaningful. Funds raised through this initiative will directly support SAJO’s activities and help ensure that young people in La Petite-Nation continue to have access to programs and experiences that make a tangible difference in their development and well-being.

By participating in the CSM Impact Challenge, each team contributes to much more than a sporting event. It invests in the future of young people in our community and helps preserve a valuable resource that allows them to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.

Together, we can transform our collective efforts into a lasting impact for generations to come.

Board of Directors
Service d’animation jeunesse de l’Outaouais (SAJO)

A Sporting Challenge, a Commitment to Our Community
“With the CSM Impact Challenge, we want to bring a new dimension to the Canadian Ski Marathon experience by bringing businesses together around three values that are close to our hearts: physical activity, teamwork, and community engagement.

Our partnership with SAJO allows us to turn this commitment into tangible benefits for young people in La Petite-Nation by supporting their access to activities that promote personal development, well-being, and healthy lifestyles.

Each participating team contributes to a goal that goes beyond the sporting challenge: investing in the vitality of our community and in the future of its young people.”

Chris Téron
Chair of the Board of Directors
Canadian Ski Marathon

February 6, 2027: Let’s Take on the Challenge Together!
The CSM Impact Challenge invites businesses to bring their employees together for a memorable winter adventure while supporting a meaningful local cause.

Every kilometre represents a commitment. Every donation helps our community grow stronger.

Register your team today!

Discover the 2027 CSM Impact Challenge here.

Torchlight Skiing: Join the Petite-Nation Community to Kick Off the Canadian Ski Marathon!
The Canadian Ski Marathon is kicking off its event under the stars at the Château Montebello!

This year, join us for a free, family-friendly event featuring a 4.5 km cross-country ski loop, followed by a delicious cup of hot chocolate!

All Marathon participants and residents of the Petite-Nation region are welcome to join us at Château Montebello starting at 7:00 PM on Feb. 5, 2027 for this special community celebration.

For more info click here.