History of Neuville, Portneuf, Québec, Canada

1653 - Jean-François Bourdon de Dombourg
In 1653, the area was granted as a seignory by Jean de Lauson to Jean Bourdon de Saint-Jean (ca. 1601-1668) for his son Jean-François Bourdon de Dombourg (1647–1690), who was an engineer, surveyor, cartographer, and Attorney General to the sovereign. In 1680, the Dombourg Seignory was acquired by Nicolas Dupont de Neuville (1632–1716), whereafter the seignory was known as Neuville.
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The first settlers settled there before 1665. The seigniory of Neuville, first known as the seigniory of Dombourg, was founded the same year.
With its 372 inhabitants, it was then the fourth most populous locality in New France. Three years later, in 1668, the first seigneurial mill was built there.
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1679 - (Neuville) - The Saint-François-de-Sales Parish was formed; it became a civil parish in 1684.
The place was also called Pointe-aux-Trembles (or Pointe-au-Tremble), in reference to the point on which the church was built, which once was covered with aspen and birch.
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1684 - Town of Neuville Founded
The town of Neuville, founded in 1684, is located along the St. Lawrence River near Quebec, in Canada, located between the towns of Donnacona, Pont-Rouge and Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures.

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1684 - Église de Saint-François-de-Sales established at Neuville

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1832 - NEUVILLE, or POINTE AUX TREMBLES,
seigniory, in the co of Portneuf, is bounded in front by the St. Lawrence, S.W. by Bleair and its augmentation, N.E. by Desmaure and Fausembault; in the rear by Bourglouis. - 2 3/ 4 leagues in front by 4 leagues in depth. Granted Dec. 16, 1653, to Jean Bourdon, and is now the property of the Rev. Mr. Descheneaux, Grand Vicar. - This seigniory is of greatest value. The lands are all conceded, and many were granted previous to 1759, and those granted since are held on the same terms. Above two-thirds of the S. are under cultivation and very productive. The surface, as is the case most invariably within several leagues of Quebec, is very uneven, rising from the St. Lawrence in a series of irregular ridges to the elevated banks of the Jacques Cartier: beyond which is mountainous and abrupt... The timber is, generally very good... building materials are very easy to be obtained, there being good building stone in the vicinity, also a corn and saw mill about 3 miles from the concessions St.... Read MORE...

1850 - (Neuville) - The post office opened, identified as Pointe-aux-Trembles.

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1854 - The Church of Saint-François-de-Sales is built

1890 - Neuville
"Neuville, ry. sta., Quebec, Portneu co., 34 m. W. of Quebec"

The Pocket Atlas and Gazetteer of the Dominion of Canada
John George Bartholomew
John Murdoch Harper
January 1, 1890
London : J. Walker

1906
Pointe aux Trembles (en Bas), a post-village of Portneuf co., Quebec on the N. shore of the St. Lawrence, 20 miles S. of Quebec, its banking point. Pop. 200.
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

1932 - Alcohol Smuggling Incident
A curious historical fact: on the night of November 8 to 9, 1932, an alcohol smuggling yacht, the Cana II, tried to dock in Neuville. This boat was transporting whiskey from Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon. The yacht ran aground on the rocks at Robitaille. The crew members threw the cargo overboard in an attempt to save the boat. In the morning, the Neuvillois managed to recover 14 cases of alcohol. The police then arrived on the scene and seized other boxes. The wind had pushed the crates floating towards the shore, which facilitated recovery. Some families sold the drink and became rich, others drank it and became drunk according to the local priest...
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Although Neuville was one of the first communities in Canada, the current town was not incorporated until 1996, following the merger of the village of Neuville and the parish of Pointe-aux-Trembles.

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2023 - Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Neuville, each offering a unique experience:
Parc de la Chute à Philomène: Start your visit with a trip to this beautiful park, which features a picturesque waterfall and walking trails. It's an excellent spot for a leisurely stroll, photography, or a picnic by the falls.

Village Historique de Neuville: Explore the historical village, which preserves the town's heritage with its well-preserved buildings, including the church, schoolhouse, and old-fashioned shops. You'll get a glimpse into Neuville's past.

L'École de Rang de Neuville: This charming rural schoolhouse is another historical gem. You can learn about the education system of the past and admire the well-maintained structure.

La Maison Boutet: Visit this beautiful heritage house, which showcases the architectural style of the region. The gardens surrounding it are also worth a visit, especially during the summer months.

Galerie d'Art Éphémère: If you're into art, make sure to check out this temporary art gallery. It often features local artists' works,... Read MORE...