History of Jonquière, Québec, Canada

An agricultural parish founded in 1847, Jonquière began developing after 1893 when the railway arrived.

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1873 - Jonquieres
JONQUIERES, a post village in Chicoutimi co., Que., 12 miles from Chicoutimi. It contains 2 saw and 2 grist mills, and has a large lumber trade. Pop. 200.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1895 - Jonquieres
Jonquieres, a post- village in Chicoutimi CO., Quebec, on Saguenay River, 12 miles W. of Chicoutimi, It contains 2 saw- and 2 grist-mills, and has a large lumbertrade. 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 1900 a group of citizens built a pulp mill on the Rivière aux Sables.

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1906 - Jonquieres
Jonquiéres, zhdne‘ke-air’, a post-village of Chicoutimi co., Quebec, on the Saguenay River and on the Quebec and Lake St. John R., 12 miles W. of Chicoutimi, its banking point. Pop. 275.
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

The mill was soon bought by William Price, who turned it into a paper mill. In 1911 the company built a larger paper mill near the town, which, like the town built to house its employees, was called Kénogami.

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By 1912 Jonquière was the major producer of newsprint in Canada.

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Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Jonquière:
Vieux-Port de Jonquière (Old Port of Jonquière):
Take a leisurely stroll along the Old Port, where you can enjoy scenic views of the river, visit local shops, and soak in the historical charm.

Parc de la Rivière-aux-Sables (Rivière-aux-Sables Park):
Explore this picturesque park with walking trails, picnic areas, and opportunities for bird watching. It's a great place for a relaxing day surrounded by nature.

Centre d'Histoire Sir-William-Price (Sir William Price History Center):
Dive into the history of the region at this museum, which showcases exhibits and artifacts related to the heritage and development of Jonquière.

Église Saint-Dominique (Saint-Dominique Church):
Visit this beautiful church, known for its impressive architecture and cultural significance. Take some time to appreciate the craftsmanship and peaceful atmosphere.

Cinéma Odyssée Jonquière:
Catch a movie at this local cinema for a fun and relaxing evening entertainment option.

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