History of Shippagan, New Brunswick, Canada

1856 - Église de Saint-Jérôme established in Shippagan

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1866 - Shippagan
In 1866 Shippagan was a fishing and farming community with approximately 56 resident families: in 1871 it had a population of 500: in 1898 Shippagan was a seaport and sub-port of entry, a station on the Caraquet and Gulf Shore Railway and a community with 1 post office, 4 stores, 2 hotels, 1 sawmill, 1 grist mill, 2 churches and a population of about 1,200
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1873
SHIPPEGAN, a seaport town of New Brunswick, co. of Gloucester, at the entrance to Baie des Chaleurs, 70 miles from Chatham, 70 miles from Bathurst, 419 miles from Quebec. It has a line harbor with good anchorage for the largest vessels, and contains a telegraph office and several stores. The inhabitants are chiefly engaged in the fisheries. The number of arrivals for 1872 was 6 (tons 702), and the clearances 3 (tons 351). Total value of imports $29,525; exports $32,804. Pop. 500.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1895 - Shippegan
Shippegan, a seaport town of New Brunswick, co. of Gloucester, at the entrance to the Bay of Chaleurs, 70 miles N.E. of Chatham, and 70 miles E. of Bathurst. It has a fine harbor, with good anchorage for the largest vessels, and contains several stores. The inhabitants are chiefly engaged in the fisheries. Pop. 500.
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

Shippagan was incorporated as a village in 1947 and as a town in 1958.

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Shippagan
Shippagan, NB, incorporated as a town in 1958, population 2603 (2011c), 2754 (2006c). The Town of Shippagan is located at the extreme northeastern point of mainland New Brunswick. It obtained its name from the Mi'kmaq sepaguncheech, meaning "duck way," the passage between the mainland and ÎLE LAMÈQUE.

The Jesuits operated a mission in the area from 1634 to 1662, and Nicolas DENYS established a trading post there in 1645. Traders and fishermen passing through and using the shores for drying fish reported settlers there as early as 1759. In 1777 there were American privateers in the area. The first permanent settlers, Norman-French from the Gaspé Peninsula, arrived about 1790. Many married ACADIANS were beginning to move into the area around the same time. Early in the 19th century English settlers also took up residence, first as merchants and lumbermen. They came from England as well as from other parts of northern New Brunswick. Fishing and farming were the main... Read MORE...

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Shippagan:
Shippagan Beach: The town is blessed with beautiful sandy beaches along the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Shippagan Beach is perfect for swimming, sunbathing, or taking a leisurely stroll along the shoreline.

Lameque Island: Connected to Shippagan by a bridge, Lameque Island is a haven for birdwatchers. It's home to the Lameque Nature Park, where you can spot a wide variety of birds, including the famous sandpipers during their migration.

Fishing: Shippagan is a fishing town, so don't miss the chance to go fishing. Whether you're into deep-sea fishing or prefer casting your line from the shore, there are plenty of opportunities to catch a variety of fish.

Dune de Bouctouche: A short drive from Shippagan, this ecological reserve features a 12-kilometer coastal sand dune that you can explore via a boardwalk. It's a unique natural wonder in the area.

Musée historique de Shippagan: Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Shippagan at the town's historical museum. It showcases... Read MORE...