Gerard and his father Max were the builders and operators of one of the Laurentians most popular alpine resorts in the 1960s and 70s, Sun Valley in Sainte-Adele. Over the years the resort became well known for its gastronomy as well as for the vivacity of its bar during after-ski hours. It was simply “the place to be” when the lifts closed. After his father Max died in the early 60s, Gerard, then only 18th, inherited the resort which he ran successfully for over 15 years.