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History of Saint-Césaire, Québec, Canada
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The city of Saint-Césaire is located in the administrative region of Montérégie, about fifty kilometers southeast of Montreal and about twenty kilometers west of Granby, near the Yamaska River.
Formerly, the places were identified under the name of Burtonville. This name was attributed to the municipality by Lord Pierre-Dominique Debartzch in memory of his English friend Burton, member of the Provincial Parliament, at the beginning of the 19th century. Its current name comes from Saint Césaire (470-542), bishop of Arles in France in 503 and primate of Gaul in 514.
The first families to settle in the area were of British origin around 1775.
Nowadays, Saint-Césaire is an important industrial, agricultural and artisanal center. In the surrounding area there are very productive farms due to its soil that responds well to different specialized crops.
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The first families to settle in the area were of British origin around 1775.
At the beginning of the 19th century, dozens of families lived there. At the time, Saint-Césaire included the territory of the parishes of Ange-Gardien, Saint-Paul, Rougemont as well as part of the parishes of Sainte-Brigide and Saint-Pie.
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At the beginning of the 19th century, dozens of families lived there. At the time, Saint-Césaire included the territory of the parishes of Ange-Gardien, Saint-Paul, Rougemont as well as part of the parishes of Sainte-Brigide and Saint-Pie.
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Saint-Césaire - The first settlers were first Anglo-Protestants and already in 1800, an imposing group of settlers lived in Saint-Césaire.
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1822 - Chapel erected in Saint-Césaire
In 1822, the small wooden chapel was blessed, replaced a century later by a church whose construction began in 1893 according to plans drawn up by Casimir Saint-Jean and was not completed until 1914. This church was one of the largest and most beautiful in the region, but on September 29, 1985, a fire completely destroyed it. The current church was blessed in 1987.
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In 1822, the small wooden chapel was blessed, replaced a century later by a church whose construction began in 1893 according to plans drawn up by Casimir Saint-Jean and was not completed until 1914. This church was one of the largest and most beautiful in the region, but on September 29, 1985, a fire completely destroyed it. The current church was blessed in 1987.
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1845 - First municipal election held in Saint-Césaire
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1890 - St Cesaire
St Cesaire, market tn., Quebec, co. Rouville, on R. Yamaska, 33 m. SE of Montreal. P. 1,103; of sub-district 4,064. It contains several factores, and has a trade in flour, grain, cattle, dairy produce, &c.
The Pocket Atlas and Gazetteer of the Dominion of Canada
John George Bartholomew John Murdoch Harper January 1, 1890 London : J. Walker
St Cesaire, market tn., Quebec, co. Rouville, on R. Yamaska, 33 m. SE of Montreal. P. 1,103; of sub-district 4,064. It contains several factores, and has a trade in flour, grain, cattle, dairy produce, &c.
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John George Bartholomew John Murdoch Harper January 1, 1890 London : J. Walker
1895 - Saint-Césaire
Saint-Césaire, a town of Quebec, co, of Rouville, on the river Yamaska, 33 miles N. of Montreal. It has 2 foundries, an agricultural-implement factory, a boot- and shoe-factory, several saw-, grist-, and carding mills, a college containing an observatory and museum, and a large trade. Pop. 937.
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
Saint-Césaire, a town of Quebec, co, of Rouville, on the river Yamaska, 33 miles N. of Montreal. It has 2 foundries, an agricultural-implement factory, a boot- and shoe-factory, several saw-, grist-, and carding mills, a college containing an observatory and museum, and a large trade. Pop. 937.
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 Cesaire
Saint Cesaire, a banking post-village of Rouville co, Quebec, on the Yamaska River, 33 miles N. of Montreal, on the Central Vermont R. Pop. in 1901, 865.
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
Saint Cesaire, a banking post-village of Rouville co, Quebec, on the Yamaska River, 33 miles N. of Montreal, on the Central Vermont R. Pop. in 1901, 865.
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
1914 - New church finally completed in Saint-Césaire.
Construction began in 1893.
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Construction began in 1893.
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The municipality obtained its city status in 1962, and the new Town Hall designed by architect Laurent Saint-Pierre de Granby in 1964 is an example of modernity.
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On January 26, 2000, the regrouping of the City and the Parish of Saint-Césaire takes place. The new town is called Ville de Saint-Césaire.
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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Saint-Césaire:
Parc Central de Saint-Césaire: Start your exploration of the town by visiting Parc Central. This lovely park features walking trails, picnic areas, and a playground for children. It's a great place for a leisurely stroll or a family outing.
Verger du Minot: Experience the essence of Quebec's countryside at Verger du Minot, an apple orchard. Depending on the season, you can pick your own apples or enjoy a scenic walk through the orchards. They also have a shop where you can purchase fresh apple products.
Érablière de la Montagne: Quebec is famous for its maple syrup, and you can get a taste of this sweet treat at Érablière de la Montagne. Visit during the sugaring-off season to see how maple syrup is made and savor it on pancakes or snow.
Chocolaterie De l'Île: Indulge your sweet tooth at Chocolaterie De l'Île, a local chocolate shop. They offer a wide range of delicious chocolates and confections. It's a great place to pick up souvenirs or simply treat yourself.
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Parc Central de Saint-Césaire: Start your exploration of the town by visiting Parc Central. This lovely park features walking trails, picnic areas, and a playground for children. It's a great place for a leisurely stroll or a family outing.
Verger du Minot: Experience the essence of Quebec's countryside at Verger du Minot, an apple orchard. Depending on the season, you can pick your own apples or enjoy a scenic walk through the orchards. They also have a shop where you can purchase fresh apple products.
Érablière de la Montagne: Quebec is famous for its maple syrup, and you can get a taste of this sweet treat at Érablière de la Montagne. Visit during the sugaring-off season to see how maple syrup is made and savor it on pancakes or snow.
Chocolaterie De l'Île: Indulge your sweet tooth at Chocolaterie De l'Île, a local chocolate shop. They offer a wide range of delicious chocolates and confections. It's a great place to pick up souvenirs or simply treat yourself.
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