Sons of John Basler, a Swiss immigrant settled in Morin-Heights in 1919, Bunny “George” Basler and Albert Basler built the first rope tow in Morin-Heights and the first hotel for skiers in the Laurentians. Bunny and Albert won several ski competitions in the Laurentians. After the Second World War, Albert manages the family motel business and Bunny goes to the Canadian Ski Instructors’ Alliance. They have been promoting skiing for over 40 years in the Laurentians.