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• 1664 - Seigniory (Champlain) granted September 22, 1664 to Etienne Pezard, Sieur de la Touche
  
  
• 1668 - Prohibited from selling liquor to Indians
  The End of February 1668. Petition presented to the Supreme Council by a number of the inhabitants of Three-Rivers, of Cap de la Madeleine, and of Champlain in which they allege that notwithstanding the prohibition to sell intoxicating liquor to the Indians, many people continue to do so : the petitioners therefore ask that this prohibition be repeated 'and that people be prevented from bringing merchandize into the woods.
  
  Sessional Papers: Volume 24, Issue 2 Quebec Province Legislature January 1, 1890
  
• 1669 - Parish of Champlain is established
  
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• 1684 - Église de Notre-Dame-de-la-Visitation established at Champlain
  
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• 1832 - CHAMPLAIN
  and its Augmentation, in the county of Champlain, lie between Cap de la Magdelaine and Batiscan. The seigniory is 1 1/ 2 l. in front by 1 league in depth and was granted Sept. 22, 1664, to Etienne Pezard, Sieur de la Touche. The Augmentation, of the same breadth as the seigniory and 3 l. deep, is bounded in the rear by the T. of Radnor and waste crown lands; it was granted Apr. 28, 1697, to Mad. de la Touche, and the present proprietors are Mr. Munro and Mr. Poole. - In the front of the S. the soil is a yellow loam mixed with sand; in the rear it is stronger and better, in many places so good for the cultivation of flax, that it is to be regretted that so profitable and important an article is not attended to. - The timber is various and, though not of the first rate quality, is not too much mixed with the inferior sorts. - This S. is watered by the little river Champlain and by many small streams, which rise at a short distance in the interior, and winding down the gradual descent to... Read MORE...
  
  
• 1873
  CHAMPLAIN, a county in the northwest part of the province of Quebec, bordering on the River St. Lawrence, has an area of 2,887,823 acres. It is traversed by the St. Maurice River, and contains numerous small rivers and lakes. Capital, Batiscan. Pop. 21,643.
  
  CHAMPLAIN, a post village in the above county, situated on the River St. Lawrence, 75 miles S.W. of Quebec. It contains a church, a convent, 5 stores, a telegraph office, a lighthouse, and several mills. Pop. 400.
  Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873
  
•   1890 - CLERICAL INTERFERENCE.
  Complaints to be Made to Rome About the Conduct of Mgr. Lafleche.
  
  QUEBEC, July 5. - LeCanadian says complaints are to be made to Rome against Mgr. Lafleche, Bishop of Three Rivers, who is accused of meddling in politics; and that the elections for Three Rivers, Champlain and Maskinonge are to be contested on grounds of undue clerical influence. It also says Mgr. Guay, a priest in Rimouski, is to be cited before his diocesan for interfering in politics.
  The Winnipeg Tribune
  Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
  July 5, 1890
  
• 1895 - Champlain
  CHAMPLAIN, a county in the north-west part of the province ot Quebec, bordering on the River St. Lawrence, has an area of 7,381,- 760 acres. It is traversed by the C. P. R. and St. Maurice River, and contains numerous small rivers and lakes. Capital, Batiscan. Pop. in 1871, 21,643; in 1891, 29,267.
  Crossby, Peter Alfred. Lovell's gazetteer of British North America. (John Lovell & Son)., 1895
  
•   1897 - Steamship on the Rocks
  Champlain, Que., June 27 - The steamship Turret Bay, Montreal for Sydney, C. B. is ashore at Point Aux Roches, near here. The vessel is in a dangerous position, resting on a rocky bottom. Attempts made by the vessel to pull herself off have been so far unavailing.
  Boston Journal
  Boston, Massachusetts
  June 28, 1897
  
• 1916
  Champlain, a post-village of Champlain co., Quebec, on the river St. Lawrence, 64 miles by rail SW. of Quebec Pop. about 750.
  Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher
  
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• 2023 - Here's a list of places to visit and things to do in Champlain, Québec:
  Fort Saint-Louis-du-Ha! Ha!: This historic site is the birthplace of New France and offers a glimpse into the region's colonial past. Explore the reconstructed fort and learn about the early French settlers.
  
  Musee de la Memoire Vivante: Located in Trois-Rivières, this museum is a treasure trove of local history. It tells the story of the Champlain region through interactive exhibits and artifacts.
  
  Parc de la Rivière Batiscan: A perfect spot for nature lovers, this park offers hiking trails, picnicking areas, and a chance to see the stunning Batiscan River.
  
  Domaine & Vins Gélinas: Discover the art of wine-making in this local vineyard. Take a tour and enjoy wine tasting sessions amid the picturesque vineyards.
  
  La Cité de l'Énergie: Located in Shawinigan, this interactive museum explores the history and development of hydroelectric power in Québec. The highlight is a visit to the Shawinigan-2 hydroelectric power station.
  
  La Mauricie National Park: Just a short drive from... Read MORE...