History of Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford, Québec, Canada

1832 - Shefford,
township, in the co. of Shefford, is bounded E. by Stukely; W. by Granby; N. by Roxton; S. by Brome. The surface is uneven, and towards the west mountainous; the soil in most places is exceedingly rich, but the uplands and high ridges are too stony to be of much value. The timber is almost universally of the best species. - It is watered by several branches of the Yamaska and by other streams, and it is intersected by man roads communicating with the neighboring townships. - The S.E. part is the best and most populous, where some fine settlements present themselves, that are, to the extent of their cultivation, in a very flourishing state. The banks of the rivers display many good breadths of meadow and grazing land. This township is particularly unfortunate in having one-seventh more than any other township laid out in crown and clergy reserves, and also in having three large bridges to support across different branches of Yamaska: the difficulty, and indeed impossibility, of getting ... Read MORE...

It was Loyalists, mostly Irish, who were the first white settlers to settle on these lands. Around 1840, many immigrants from Ireland joined the first families.
Then, the arrival of French Canadians upset the demographic balance and the new arrivals quickly formed the majority of the population.
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1858 - Église de Saint-Joachim established at Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford
The parish of Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford was canonically erected in 1858. Its name was chosen by Bishop Prince who had a great devotion to Sainte-Anne. As the neighboring parish was already called Ste-Anne de Stukely, Bishop Prince named the new parish Saint-Joachim, after the husband of Ste-Anne and the father of the Sainte-Vierge. The constituent Shefford comes from the fact that the new parish was located in the county of Shefford.
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The municipality of Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford was civilly incorporated in 1884.

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1895 - St. Joachim de Shefford
ST. JOACHIM DE SHEFFORD, a post village in Shefford co., Que., on the River Marois, 4 miles from Savage's Mills, on the C. P. R. It contains 2 churches, Roman Catholic and Episcopal, 3 stores, 1 hotel, 4 saw mills and 3 cheese factories.
Crossby, Peter Alfred. Lovell's gazetteer of British North America. (John Lovell & Son)., 1895

1895 - Saint Joachim de Shefford
Saint Joachim de Shefford, six tho'A'kis' deh sheffort', a post-village in Shefford co., Quebec, 9 miles N. of Waterloo.
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 Joachim de Shefford, a post-village of Shefford co., Quebec, 9 miles N. of Waterloo. Pop. 100.
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

2023 - Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford:
Explore the Village: Start your visit by taking a leisurely stroll through the village. Admire the quaint houses, well-maintained gardens, and the peaceful ambiance that makes Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford a hidden gem in Québec.

Shefford Mountain: Hiking enthusiasts will love Shefford Mountain (Mont Shefford). It offers a moderate hiking trail with beautiful views at the summit. The hike is especially breathtaking during the fall when the leaves change colors.

Cycling: The area around Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is perfect for cycling. Bring your bike and explore the scenic countryside along winding roads with minimal traffic.

La Route des Vins: Québec is known for its vineyards, and Saint-Joachim-de-Shefford is no exception. Take a wine tour along La Route des Vins, which passes through the region. Visit local wineries and indulge in tastings of Québec's finest wines.

Visit Magog: Just a short drive away, Magog is a charming town located on the shores of Lake Memphremagog. You ... Read MORE...