François Roy started Vertigo in 2001, aimed to make a living out of mountaineering and to contribute in popularizing mountain activities in eastern Canada. The appeal of his regional ancestral roots was strong enough to bring him back in the Chic-Chocs range, after other exciting experiences in the Canadian Rockies and French Alps earlier. Exploration geologist from 1989 to 2001, he seek for a more adventurous and nature oriented job and started a new professional formation with the Association of canadian Mountain Guides. Since then, François guide and teach avalanche security to a hundred of nature lovers every winter. Other experimented mountaineerers and professional guides and teachers join Vertigo when needed. Vertigo is also pleased to count on Rémi Nagant on a full time basis for the 2007 winter season.