History of Port-Daniel, Québec, Canada

1696 - Seigniory (Port Daniel) Granted, Dec. 12, 1696 to Sieur Rene d'Eneau

At the beginning of the 19th century, people from Scotland settled in Port-Daniel. Immigrants from Ireland, England, Jersey, Acadia and France gradually populated the area.
In 1825, Port-Daniel had at total of about 825 inhabitants, mostly the families of farmers, lumberjacks and fishermen.
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1832 - PORT DANIEL,
seigniory, in the co. of Gaspe, lies a little W. of Pabos, in the Bay of Chaleurs. - 3 1/ 2 leagues in front, beginning half a league E. of the cape formed by one of the sides of a bay called Port Daniel and extending westward, by one league in depth. Granted, Dec. 12, 1696 to Sieur Rene d'Eneau. - The bay forms a snug inlet.
A Topographical Dictionary of The Province of Lower Canada by Joseph Bouchette, Esq., London, 1832

In 1840, English-speaking settlers built religious institutions such as St. James Anglican Church and St. Andrew’s United Church.

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In 1845, the township of Port-Daniel was created on the southern coast of the Gaspé Peninsula, midway between Paspébiac and Newport.
Port-Daniel owes its name to Charles Daniel, a merchant from Dieppe who was a member of the Compagnie des Cent-Associés and travelled to New France as a ship's captain.
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In 1847, American businessmen opened a lobster cannery and the post office began service for the first time.

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Around 1850, the area was home to settlers from Gascony, Normandy, Acadia, the Basque country and the island of Jersey.

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The Catholic parish of Saint-Georges-de-Port-Daniel was founded in 1855.

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1873
PORT DANIEL, a post village in Bonaventure co., Que., on Baie des Chaleurs, 50 miles from Pereé. It contains a telegraph office, a saw mill, and 5 stores. Pop. 200.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1895 - Port Daniel
Port Dan'iel, a post-village in Bonaventure co, Quebec, on the Bay of Chaleurs. It contains a saw-mill and 5 sores. Pop. 200.
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

In 1899, the parish of Sainte-Germaine-de-l’Anse-aux-Gascons was canonically erected. Known locally as simply Gascons, the parish later gave its name to the parish municipality officially created in 1902.

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1906
Port Daniel, a post-village of Bonaventure co., Quebec, on the Bay of Chaleur. Pop. 150.
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

Port-Daniel–Gascons was created in 2001 by the merger of the parish of Sainte-Germaine-de-l’Anse-aux-Gascons and the municipality of Port-Daniel.

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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Port-Daniel:
Port-Daniel Beach: Start your visit with a relaxing day at Port-Daniel Beach. This sandy stretch along the Gulf of St. Lawrence offers stunning views, soft sand, and calm waters for swimming and sunbathing. It's a great spot for picnics and family fun.

Pointe-Saint-Pierre Lighthouse: Head to Pointe-Saint-Pierre to see the picturesque lighthouse that stands proudly overlooking the sea. It's a fantastic spot for photography and offers a glimpse into the region's maritime history.

Hiking Trails: The Gaspé Peninsula is renowned for its hiking trails, and Port-Daniel is no exception. Explore trails like Sentier des Marguerites and Sentier Le Bourg to experience the region's rugged beauty. These trails vary in difficulty, so there's something for every level of hiker.

Gaspé National Park: While not directly in Port-Daniel, Gaspé National Park is a short drive away and well worth the visit. Discover pristine wilderness, stunning coastal landscapes, and a variety of wildlife. Hike,... Read MORE...