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About Saint-Casimir
It was founded in 1836 by people who came from Ste-Anne-de-la-Pérade following to the east along the Sainte-Anne.
The name of Saint-Casimir recalls the memory of the notary Joseph-Casimir Dury (sometimes, one writes Duret or even Déry) of Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade, one of the benefactors of the parish who financed the construction of the parish church. This imposing Gothic-style church was decorated by Raphaël Giroux, a pupil of Thomas Baillargé.
In turn, the church, and the town, is named after Saint Casimir, a patron saint of Poland, Lithuania, and youth.
To the east of the village, there is a fascinating cave called Devil's Hole. The cave, eight thousand years old and 980 meters (3220 feet) long, is the second longest known cavity in Quebec.
The name of Saint-Casimir recalls the memory of the notary Joseph-Casimir Dury (sometimes, one writes Duret or even Déry) of Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade, one of the benefactors of the parish who financed the construction of the parish church. This imposing Gothic-style church was decorated by Raphaël Giroux, a pupil of Thomas Baillargé.
In turn, the church, and the town, is named after Saint Casimir, a patron saint of Poland, Lithuania, and youth.
To the east of the village, there is a fascinating cave called Devil's Hole. The cave, eight thousand years old and 980 meters (3220 feet) long, is the second longest known cavity in Quebec.
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Established 1936
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At the beginning of New France, the territory of Saint-Casimir was part of the seigniory of Grondines, one of the oldest in Quebec, founded in 1637, and of the parish of Saint-Charles-des-Grondines.
The seigniory was granted by the Compagnie de la Nouvelle-France to Madame de Cambalot, Duchess of Aiguillon.
In 1646, the governor of New France, Monsieur de Montmagny, granted the nuns Hospitallers possession of the territory of Grondines, but in 1683, the Hospitallers sold the seigniory to sieur Jacques Aubert. The seigniory then changed hands several times, but it was around 1830 that Mr. Peter Burnet, a lumber merchant from Quebec, established a saw and flour mill there, at the confluence of the Noire and Sainte-Anne rivers (today today, it's the junction of Tessier and Chemin de l'Île Grandbois streets).
During the 1760 census, there were already about thirty houses in the area, dotted along the banks of the Sainte-Anne River, but it was from the construction of the mill that the municipality developed.
Towards the end of 1835, the residents addressed a request to the Archbishop of Quebec, Monsignor Signay, asking him to erect a parish. The response was positive, and the new parish was canonically constituted in 1836.
1847 - Parish established at St-Casimir
1873
ST. CASIMIR, a post village in Portneuf co., Que., on the River Ste. Anne, 6 miles from St. Anne de la Perade. It contains several saw and grist mills and 6 stores, and has a large trade in lumber. Pop. 350
1895 - Saint Casimir
Saint Casimir, a post-village in Portneuf co., Quebec, on the river Ste. Anne, 6 miles from Ste. Anne de la Perade. It contains saw- and grist-mills and 6 stores, and has a large trade in lumber. Pop. 350.
1906
Saint Casimir, a banking post-village of Portneuf co., Quebec, on the river Ste. Anne, 5 miles from Ste. Anne de la Perade. It has manufactures of threshing-machines, foundry products, etc. Pop. about 800.
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In 1912, the village municipality of Saint-Casimir separated from that of the parish, followed in 1913 by the detachment of Saint-Casimir-Est.
1936 - Église de Saint-Casimir established at Saint-Casimir
On March 22, 1997, a collective suicide took place in Saint-Casimir, when five followers of the Order of the Temple of the Sun, three of whom were of French origin, set fire to the house, where they were and are died in the flames.
They are Didier Quèze, 39 years old; Chantal Goupillot, 39; Suzanne Druau, 63; Bruno Klaus, 49; Pauline Rioux, 54 years old.
Here is a list of places to go and things to do in Saint-Casimir:
Batiscan River Park: Start your visit with a trip to the Batiscan River Park, which is perfect for nature enthusiasts. You can enjoy leisurely walks along the riverbanks, have a picnic, or simply relax while taking in the serene surroundings. The park also hosts events and festivals throughout the year, so check the local calendar for any upcoming happenings.
Hiking and Biking Trails: Saint-Casimir and its surrounding areas offer various hiking and biking trails, making it an excellent destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The trails range from easy walks suitable for families to more challenging routes for experienced hikers and mountain bikers. Popular options include the Sentier des Îles and Sentier du Mitan.
Historical Sites: Explore the village's history by visiting historical sites such as the Saint-Casimir Church, a beautiful neo-Gothic church dating back to the 19th century. The church is a stunning architectural gem that's worth admiring, both inside and out. You can...
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Hiking and Biking Trails: Saint-Casimir and its surrounding areas offer various hiking and biking trails, making it an excellent destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The trails range from easy walks suitable for families to more challenging routes for experienced hikers and mountain bikers. Popular options include the Sentier des Îles and Sentier du Mitan.
Historical Sites: Explore the village's history by visiting historical sites such as the Saint-Casimir Church, a beautiful neo-Gothic church dating back to the 19th century. The church is a stunning architectural gem that's worth admiring, both inside and out. You can...
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