History of Sainte-Julienne, Québec, Canada

The first settlers cleared land there in the 1840s. They were mostly French Canadians, but among them there were also Irish.

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The parish of Sainte-Julienne-de-Rawdon was canonically founded in 1848 by Joseph-Édouard Beaupré.

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1849 - Église de Sainte-Julienne established at Sainte-Julienne

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In 1855, the municipality of the same name was constituted civilly by its detachment from the municipality of Rawdon, and Mr. Beaupré was its mayor until 1880 (the name was reduced to Sainte-Julienne in 1967).

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Sainte-Julienne is home to a heritage jewel of Lanaudière: the registry office building, erected in 1859.

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1873
STE. JULIENNE, a post village and parish of Quebec, capital of the co. of Montcalm, on the River St. Esprit, 23 miles from L'Assomption. The village contains a telegraph office, 4 or 5 stores, and several saw and grist mills. Pop. 400; of parish 1,117.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1895 - Sainte Julienne
Sainte Julienne, a post-village of Quebec, capital of the co, of Montcalm, on the river St. Esprit, 23 miles N.W. of L'Assomption. It has 4 or 5 stores and several saw- and grist-mills. Pop. 400.
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

1901 - Fire in Sainte-Julienne

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1906
Sainte Julienne, a post-village of Quebec, capital of Montcalm co., on the river St. Eprit, 23 miles NW. of L'Assomption, on the Great Northern R. of Canada.
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

1915 - Fire in Sainte-Julienne

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In 1994, a prehistoric walrus skull was discovered on the territory of Sainte-Julienne. The technique of dating by carbon 14 makes it possible to establish that its age is 10 thousand years.

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There are plenty of places to go and things to do in Sainte-Julienne. Here's a list of activities and attractions to consider when you're in town:
Parc des Chutes Dorwin (Dorwin Falls Park):

Begin your adventure in Sainte-Julienne by visiting the breathtaking Dorwin Falls Park. This park features a series of cascading waterfalls and scenic hiking trails. You can enjoy picnicking, swimming, or simply taking in the natural beauty of the falls.

Hiking and Nature Trails:

Sainte-Julienne is surrounded by lush forests and beautiful natural landscapes. Explore the numerous hiking trails in the area, such as the Sentier national or local trails like Le Grand R.

Montcalm Golf Club:

Golf enthusiasts can tee off at the Montcalm Golf Club. This 18-hole golf course offers a challenging game amidst a serene and picturesque setting.

Bike Riding:

Bring your bicycle or rent one locally to explore the town and its surroundings on two wheels. The quiet country roads and scenic paths make for enjoyable rides.

Fishing and Boating:

Sainte-Julienne has several lakes and rivers, making it a great spot for fishing and boating. ... Read MORE...