History of Saint-Aimé, Québec, Canada

Saint-Aimé occupies part of the territory of the former seigneury of Bonsecours, granted in 1702 to François Charron, superior of the Hospitaller Brothers of Montreal.
The territory was sparsely inhabited until 1833, the year of the acquisition of the seigneury of Bonsecours by Mr. Aignan-Aimé Massue, who requested the erection of the parish of Saint-Aimé by his detachment of Saint-Michel-de- Yamaska.
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1836 - Église de Saint-Aimé established at Saint-Aimé-de-Massueville
In 1835, a chapel was built there, replaced in 1843 by the first parish church. grandquebec.com
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In 1855, the parish municipality of Saint-Aimé was incorporated.

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1873
ST. AIME, a post village and parish of Quebec, co. of Richelieu, on the River Yamaska, 50 miles N.E. of .Montreal. The village contains 5 stores; several mills, a church, convent and college. Pop. of parish, 3,150.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1890 - Saint Aime
"St Aime, vil. and parish, Que., co. Richelieu, on R. Yamaska, 50 m. N E. of Montreal. P. of sub-dist. 2,254"
The Pocket Atlas and Gazetteer of the Dominion of Canada
John George Bartholomew John Murdoch Harper January 1, 1890 London : J. Walker

1895 - Saint Aime
Saint Aimé, a post-village of Quebec, co. of Richelieu, on the Yamaska, 50 miles N.E. of Montreal. It has 5 stores, several mills, a church, convent, and college.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1906
Saint Aime, a post-village of Quebec, co. of Richelieu, on the Yamaska, 50 miles NE. of Montreal, on the Quebec Southern R.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Saint-Aimé:
Parc Régional des Grèves:
If you're a nature enthusiast, you'll love Parc Régional des Grèves. It's a beautiful regional park with walking trails, picnic areas, and stunning views. Perfect for a day of hiking or just unwinding in a peaceful natural setting.

Chapelle Saint-Aimé:
Visit the local chapel, Chapelle Saint-Aimé, to get a sense of the area's history and culture. It's a charming spot that often hosts community events and celebrations.

Domaine du Radar:
Check out Domaine du Radar, a former military radar station turned cultural and recreational center. It hosts various events, including concerts, art exhibitions, and outdoor activities. The unique history of the site adds an interesting layer to your visit.

Les Vergers Petit et Fils:
If you're visiting in the right season (usually in the fall), don't miss the opportunity to go apple picking at Les Vergers Petit et Fils. It's a fun, family-friendly activity, and you get to enjoy fresh, local produce.

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