Not many men build a legend and become one in their own time. In 1957, Mickey Stein, who lived in the old Page farm house in St-Sauveur-des-Monts, had a dream that the mountain in front of his home would be ideal for skiing.

Together with his partners, Stephen and Stanley Vineberg, they surveyed the mountain. Mickey's mind was made up, and they all agreed that the mountain had great possibilities. Sel Hannah, the famous ski area designer was asked to plan the mountain design.

In the winter of 1958-59, Mont Habitant officially opened, and a legend was born. Mickey Stein's dedication to skiing and his warm and friendly personality bacame a Mont Habitant tradition.

Joan Stein's Mont Habitant Ski School has been a cornerstone participant in the area for 28 years. The ski school has taught more than 250,000 skiers over the years - that says a lot for quality and personal service.

Altough Mont Habitant has grown to be one of the best known ski areas in Quebec, one thing will never change - an intense delight in skiing in an uncluttered atmosphere, with people who love the sport as much as you do!

Discover Mont Habitant this winter, and celebrate our 50th birthday with us!