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(Arthabaska Station)

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Victoriaville is a town in central Quebec, Canada, on the Nicolet River.

The City of Victoriaville occupies an area of nearly 82 square kilometres. Its population is around 40 thousand Victoriavilloises and Victoriavillois. The city is located in the Centre-du-Québec administrative region and is part of the MRC d’Arthabaska. Victoriaville is the capital of this MRC.

Several sectors of the economy are present in Victoriaville, such as the manufacturing industry, trade, agriculture and the agro-forestry industry, which constitutes a prime opportunity for newcomers to Quebec who are looking for search for a suitable place for their establishment.

Victoriaville is the first city in Quebec where town hall cars are electric.

Finally, according to some, poutine was born in Victoriaville. This claim is disputed by other Quebec cities, but the Hashton restaurant claims to have made it up.

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The first settlers settled here in 1833 from the overpopulated region of Bécancour.

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In 1854, the Bois-Francs railway was built and the route from Richmond to Lévis passed through Victoriaville. Later, in 1861, the railway extended to St-Angèle.

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In 1861, the village of Victoriaville was created and its founder was Mr. Olivier Perreault, who settled near the Nicolet River.

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In 1890, the village of Victoriaville was divided in two and the town of Victoriaville and the municipality of the parish of Sainte-Victoire d'Arthabaska were formed.

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1895 - Victoriaville / Arthabaska Station
Victoriaville, Quebec. See ARTHABASKA STATION.

Arthabas'ka Station, or Victo'riaville, a post village in Arthabaska co., Quebec, on the Grand Trunk Railway, at its junction with the Three Rivers Branch, 108 miles E. of Montreal. It contains several mills, and has a large lumber trade. 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
In 1993, when the cities of Victoriaville, Arthabaska and Saint-Victoire-d'Arthabaska merged, the population voted for the name of Victoriaville for the new agglomeration (the municipality of Saint-Christophe-d'Arthabaska refused fusion).

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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Victoriaville:
Arbre en Arbre - D'Arbre en Arbre:

If you're an adventure enthusiast, head to Arbre en Arbre, an exciting treetop adventure park. You can challenge yourself with ziplining, rope bridges, and various aerial obstacles amidst the beautiful forest canopy.

Musée Laurier:

Explore the history of Canada through the eyes of Sir Wilfrid Laurier, the country's seventh prime minister. The museum showcases artifacts, documents, and exhibits related to Laurier's life and political career.

Parc Terre-des-Jeunes:

This park is perfect for a leisurely stroll or a family picnic. It features walking trails, playgrounds, and green spaces where you can relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Le Carré 150:

This cultural center hosts a variety of events and performances, including concerts, theater productions, and art exhibitions. Check their schedule to see if there's an event that interests you during your visit.

Golf Club Laurier:

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