The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) is announcing a $5 permit fee increase for 2023 Seasonal and Classic Ontario Snowmobile Trail Permits.
The OFSC says the increase does not apply to Multi-Day or Special Event Trail Permits. Permits and Permit Gift Cards online sales are underway.
The OFSC says the increase is less than the current rate of inflation in Canada.
"This modest permit fee increase ensures that trail riding will remain as affordable as possible for Ontario snowmobilers this season." the OFSC noted in its release.
"At the same time, it also enables the Federation to keep pace with rising operational costs and allows us to make considerable investments in the groomers, trails, and infrastructure required to deliver Ontario’s premier winter tourism activity."
Ryan Eickmeier, CEO of the OFSC says they remain committed to providing the best snowmobiling experience possible and that means continued investments in all aspects of our operations.
“We are confident that this is a fair and balanced approach, with additional revenue being invested directly on the snow. We look forward to seeing everyone enjoy the 30,000 km+ of OFSC trails this winter, made possible by thousands of club volunteers,” said Eickmeier.
The fees for 2023 Ontario Snowmobile Trail Permits are:
- Seasonal Permit
- Purchased prior to November 2, 2022: $200
- Purchased November 2, 2022 to December 1, 2022: $230
- December 2, 2022 onwards: $280.
- Classic Permit
- Purchased prior to November 2, 2022: $160
- Purchased November 2, 2022 to December 1, 20221: $160
- December 2, 2022 onwards: $190
- Special Event Permits
- $45
The permit fee increase was endorsed by the OFSC membership and based on an approved business case submitted to the Ministry of Transportation of Ontario. Ontario law requires a snowmobile entering an OFSC Prescribed Snowmobile Trail for recreational riding purposes to display a valid Ontario Snowmobile Trail Permit.