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Contribute to the advancement
of adventure tourism in Quebec

In addition to upholding our mission, our associate members play an active role in developing adventure tourism and ecotourism thanks to their expertise, achievements or participation in projects in our tourism sector. Follow their lead and take your organization to new heights!

Examples of eligible organizations:

  • Land managers (e.g., national parks, tourist routes)
  • Educational institutions offering outdoor programs (e.g., college-level adventure tourism guide programs)
  • Local, regional, and sectoral tourism organizations (e.g., regional county municipalities, tourism associations)
  • Training organizations (e.g., first aid, mycology)

Benefits of being an associate member

  • Promoting your organization

    Visibility on our website

    Each of our associate members is showcased on this directory.

    Marketing

    Depending on the nature of their activities, some associate members may benefit from visibility on Quebec Adventure Outdoor and be eligible for our visibility plan. Certain conditions apply. To find out more, contact Annie Lévesque, Marketing Manager: [email protected]

    Outdoor Excellence Awards

    The Outdoor Excellence Awards presented at the AEQ-Parq conference each year celebrate the expertise, perseverance and innovative initiatives of our members. Apply in the “Partner” category for this prestigious distinction!

    Logo

    Proudly display your associate member status with the Aventure Écotourisme Québec logo.

  • Community

    Opportunity to sit on the Board of Directors and working committees

    Join the ranks of leaders in the adventure tourism sector. Associate members may be elected to the Board of Directors and are invited to participate in working committees.

    Monthly newsletter

    Once a month, receive the Panorama newsletter to stay up to date on our association, the adventure tourism and outdoor sectors, and the broader Quebec tourism industry.

    Exclusive benefits with our business partners

    Thanks to our business partners, you save on a wide range of products and services, including first-aid training, landscaping services, outdoor equipment, digital tools, and more.

  • Support and tools

    Support

    Our team supports associate members in a variety of ways. For example, we help develop the “nature-adventure” offer in tourist regions; support the incorporation of safety standards into outdoor education programs; and provide letters of support. We also run a number of joint projects with associate members. Need help? Contact us, we are here to advise you!

    Displaying your commitment to environmental responsibility

    To give concrete expression to our commitments, we invite you to take part in the 1% for the Planet Outdoor Fund.

    Member area

    Our members-only website includes a host of tools: guides, document templates, studies, webinars, publications and more.

    Job postings

    Post your jobs for free on the jobsenpleinair.ca portal.

  • Insurance

    Group insurance for your employees

    Offer attractive benefits to your permanent or seasonal staff by joining a group insurance program with our partner SAGE Assurances. For more information, contact Jimmy G. Turcotte, C.A.A.S: [email protected]

  • Events and training

    Reduced rate for the AEQ-Parq annual conference

    Don’t miss Quebec’s biggest event for outdoor professionals! The AEQ-Parq conference is a sought-after venue for discussion, training and networking.

    Training

    Each year, your association offers you the opportunity to join low-cost training cohorts and attend numerous free webinars on tools, best practices, trends, and key industry issues.

Become an associate member in 4 steps

Become an associate member and contribute to the development of adventure tourism—and build the future of our industry with us.

© Vallée Bras-du-Nord_Corey Hendrickson

© Vallée Bras-du-Nord_Corey Hendrickson

Ready to join
our journey?

Become an associate member