The Quebec Winter Carnival, celebrating its 60th year , is asking Quebec's population to participate in the world's biggest snowball fight this coming Saturday. The goal is 6,000 participants. The activity, will be held on the first Saturday of Winter Carnival, in other words on February 1st, from noon to 4.00 pm, on the Plains of Abraham.

"As the world's largest winter Carnival, we must push limits by organising larger than life activities in our city that will have an international impact. What better way to show our love of winter and our festive character han to set a new record while playing outside!", says Denis Simard, President of the Carnival.

For the activity to be held , the Carnival must ensure that the population participates in large numbers.  The activity is reserved for over 18's and requires them to wear any type of helment and safety eyewear (for example: safety or ski goggles, bike or construction helmet).

To find out if they are succesful keep an eye on the Winter Carnival website: www.carnaval.qc.ca

For more information  and assistance with securing images please contact Ms. Nim Singh, Canadian Tourism Commission on 0207 389 9983 singh.nim@ctc-cct.ca (not for publication)