History of Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines, Québec, Canada

1787 - Église de Sainte-Anne established at Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines
Formerly, Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines was part of the seigneury of Terrebonne, colonized since the 1730s. The first settlers cleared the land along the Mascouche River and, in 1787, the parish of Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines is canonically constituted.
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1832 - The Parish of Ste. Anne Desplaines, or Ste. Anne de Mascouche,
covers a part of this S. (Mille Isles) and fronts the N. side of the R. Mascouche. The cure emphatically says, in his report to the special committee of the House of Assembly - "Four seigniors divide among them my desert." The non-conceded lands, fit for cultivation, are not of a greater extent than is required by the population of the parish; and the parishioners were surprised to see, in 1830, from 60 to 80 Scotch families who came to settle on the unconceded lands of this parish. There is no road across these unconceded lands, and it will be impossible to make one in some places on account of the high mountains; these lands have not been surveyed. No farms were conceded previously to 1759. By far the greater part of the youths in this parish are desirous of making new settlements in the neighbouring seigniories, whre there still remain lands to be conceded although most of them are of inferior quality.

Population 3600
Churches, R.C. 1
Cures 1
Presbyteries 1
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1873
STE. ANNE DES PLAINES, a post village and parish in Terrebonne co., Que., 28 miles N. of Montreal. The village contains 3 stores. Pop. 400; of parish 1,821.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1877 - Arrival of the railway
As is often the case for small Quebec municipalities, it was the arrival of the railway in 1877 that marked a new stage in the development of the city. From now on, farmers from Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines can sell their products in Montreal. This line served the city until 1963 from Bruchési station, located on rue Saint-Joseph.
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The convent of the Sisters of Sainte-Anne was erected in 1883. It now houses the town hall of Sainte-Anne.

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The telephone arrived in the municipality in 1889 and an aqueduct service was installed a few years later.
At the time, these pipes were made of wood, and the water came to the village from the sources of the Trait-Carré.
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1895 - Sainte Anne des Plaines
Sainte Anne des Plaines, dA plan, a post-village in Te'rebonne co, Quebec, 28 miles N. of Montreal.
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
Sainte Anne des Plaines, a post-village of Terrebonne co., Quebec, 28 miles N. of Montreal. Pop. 375.
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

In 1925, Shawinigan Water and Power installed the first power lines.

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The locality will be fully supplied with electricity in 1940.

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In 1961, the federal government of Canada opened a federal detention center in Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines, the Archambault Institute.
Some remember the tragedy of 1982, when a hundred inmates organized a mass escape attempt that resulted in the murder of three guards and the suicide of two inmates.
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Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines
Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines, Qué, City, pop 14,535 (2011c), 13,001 (2006c), area 92.79 km2, inc 1987, is located about 50 km northeast of Montréal on the North Shore of the St Lawrence River. The city is located on some of Québec's richest farmland, 90% of which is reserved for agricultural use. Dairy, beef, poultry and sheep farming, large-scale cultivation of corn, oats and barley, and market gardening are the main agricultural pursuits. Since the late 1950s, the cultivation of strawberries has also become important. A member of the regional county municipality of Thérèse-de-Blainville, it is the site of the Archambault Federal Penitentiary.

The serene country atmosphere that surrounds Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines is complemented by the rich architectural heritage that is to be found in the city centre. The city hall, located in the old convent, dates back to 1882, the presbytery to 1887, and the house, barn and stable of the Chaumont Priests (recognized as a provincial historic site) to... Read MORE...

It was in 1987 that Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines obtained city status.

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2023 - Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines is a charming town in Québec with a mix of natural beauty and cultural attractions. Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around the area:
Parc André-Corbeil: Enjoy the great outdoors at Parc André-Corbeil. This park offers walking trails, picnic areas, and beautiful green spaces. It's a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a family picnic.

Centre d'Interprétation de la Nature: Explore the local flora and fauna at the Nature Interpretation Center. It's a fantastic place for nature enthusiasts, with exhibits and programs that showcase the rich biodiversity of the region.

Église Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines: Visit the historic Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines Church. This beautiful church dates back to the 18th century and is a significant cultural and architectural landmark in the town.

Domaine Saint-Bernard: If you're a fan of winter sports, head to Domaine Saint-Bernard. In the colder months, you can enjoy activities like cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on the scenic trails.

Cidrerie et Verger Léo Boutin: Experience local flavors at Cidrerie et Verger Léo Boutin. This orchard and cider house offer tours and... Read MORE...