Snowmobile teams from throughout Canada and Europe are making a return to Labrador for the first Cain’s Quest race since 2020. Beginning tomorrow (Saturday, March 4), 31 teams will embark on the challenging adventure through 3,000 kilometres of Labrador’s rugged terrain.
The Honourable Lisa Dempster, Minister Responsible for Labrador Affairs and MHA for Cartwright – L’Anse au Clair, will bring greetings at the official race start tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. at Tanya Lake, Labrador City.
Cain’s Quest is the longest snowmobile race in the world, and is one of the most celebrated events in Labrador. It holds an important place in Labrador’s tourism landscape, assisting with rebuilding and revitalizing the industry by attracting teams and viewers from outside the province and country.
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has been supporting Cain’s Quest since 2006, and has invested a total of $129,391 this year:
- $80,891 through the Department of Industry, Energy and Technology’s Regional Development Fund;
- $25,000 through the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation’s Tourism Season Extension Program; and
- $23,500 through the Department of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills.
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“It is wonderful to see Cain’s Quest making its triumphant return. This event is a true celebration of Labrador. I am certain participants will enjoy the unique and challenging conditions and the magnificent vistas. Good luck and safe travels!”
Honourable Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador
“Cain’s Quest is a grueling endurance race that showcases the world-class snowmobiling opportunities in Labrador. We proudly support this event, which provides an economic boost to local suppliers and host communities, helping to create community economic development and growth throughout Labrador.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology
“As one of the biggest winter tourism attractions in Labrador, Cain’s Quest is critical to bringing national and international attention to everything Labrador has to offer visitors. Its pristine, natural beauty is the perfect backdrop for winter adventures. I would like to congratulate the event organizers and volunteers and wish the participants a safe and successful race.”
Honourable Steve Crocker
Minister of Tourism, Culture, Arts and Recreation
“Welcome back, Cain’s Quest, you have been dearly missed! This pre-eminent showcase and celebration of Labrador lifestyle and culture is once again showing the world all of the adventure, excitement and natural wonder that comes with living in Newfoundland and Labrador, and why there really is no place like this place. Best wishes to all competitors for a safe and exciting race.”
Honourable Gerry Byrne
Minister of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills
“Cain’s Quest demands commitment, resourcefulness and fearlessness from competitors who will be navigating their snow machines to every area of this big, beautiful, snow-covered land. As we approach the race start, excitement is building in every Labrador community, and of course beyond our borders as well. Labradorians and many more are preparing to follow the racers and their Big Land adventure day and night.”
Honourable Lisa Dempster
Minister Responsible for Labrador Affairs
MHA for Cartwright – L’Anse au Clair
“I can tell you from personal experience, there is nothing quite like participating in Cain’s Quest. This race is a thrill like no other, for both the racers, support teams, and fans. As we launch this year’s race we’d like to wish everyone a safe, but thrilling ride through the backcountry.”
Chris Lacey
Board Chair, Cain’s Quest
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