MSM (Mont Ste-Marie) is a gem of a mountain just outside of the Ottawa region, it is the highest peak of the region and well worth the detour. Ski tickets and rentals are cheap and the community is extremely friendly. Both peaks are wonderful and split into an easier peak (vanier) and a harder peak (cheval). The chalet is nice and cozy and the bar is always so much for, for boots off beers. They usually have events going on during the weekends in the bar. Instructors are the nicest and very skilled.