History of Nicolet, Québec, Canada

NICOLET, a central county of Quebec, comprises an area of 379,320 acres. The Becancour River intersects this county and the St. Lawrence washes its north shore. Capital, Becancour. Pop. 28,735.

Nicolet, a banking post-town of Nicolet co., Quebec, 71 miles NNE. of Montreal, on the Intercolonial R. It has various manufacturing industries. Pop. in 1901, 2225.

Ecclesiastical Buildings at Nicolet, Que., Destroyed - Loss About $600,000.

Special to The Tribune.

Nicolet, Que., June 22 - A disastrous conflagration broke out here last evening which soon got beyond the control of the local fire brigade and utterly destroyed the magnificent new cathedral, the old parish church, the convent of the Sisters of L'Assomption, the residence of Mgr. Suzor, retired Bishop of Nicolet. The local fire brigade, assisted by the St. Hyacinthe brigade which came here by special trains with steamers and men saved the residence of Bishop Bruneau. There were three hundred sisters in the convent and the flames spread with such extraordinary rapidity that they were only rescued with great difficulty. The nuns were terribly alarmed by the conflagration and the work of rescuing them was much impeded, as many of them fainted with terror and had to be carried out, while several of the older ladies became hysterical as they saw their home of years a prey of the...

On November 12, 1955, a landslide occurred in Nicolet.

This landslide began with a thud. Then the tall pines, electric wires and houses followed one another falling into the river. Within minutes, everything fell apart. Three people were killed, several others were injured. Many buildings have disappeared – the bishopric, the episcopal palace, the gas station, houses, the college of the Brothers.

In the end, only a crater remained, about 12 meters deep, more than one hundred and twenty meters wide and nearly two hundred meters long. The water seeping under the earth caused this great disaster.

The church remained intact, but it was 50 feet from the crater.

Nicolet, Qué, Town, pop 7827 (2006c), 7928 (2001c), inc 1872. Nicolet is situated some 3 km from the mouth of the Rivière Nicolet at the eastern end of Lac St-Pierre. Named for Champlain's associate, Jean NICOLLET, it grew slowly from its founding in the early 1700s. Although situated on a vast plain, Nicolet has taken a particular shape. Long blocked to the N by private institutional holdings and to the S by agricultural land, it grew only eastward, along the river and was thus subject to springtime flooding and often suffered from landslides.

In the early 19th century it became a major agricultural town and an important crossroads for the townships of the S shore. With its economic activity based on the forest and dairy industries and retail commerce, Nicolet was increasingly the centre for back-country agricultural parishes. This was the town's golden age: several religious communities settled there and a diocese was formed in 1877. Its population at the time of the 1891 census...

Parc écologique de l'Anse du Port: This ecological park is a great place for a leisurely stroll or a bike ride. It offers beautiful views of the Saint Lawrence River and has well-maintained trails where you can enjoy nature and observe wildlife.

Musée des Religions du Monde: Explore the fascinating world of religions at this museum. It houses a diverse collection of artifacts and exhibits from various faiths, making it an educational and thought-provoking experience.

Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours: Visit this historic chapel, which dates back to the 18th century. Its architecture and religious significance make it a must-see for history enthusiasts.

Maison de la culture de Nicolet: If you're interested in the arts, check out this cultural center. It often hosts art exhibitions, performances, and cultural events, providing a glimpse into the local arts scene.

Le Rond Coin: Satisfy your taste buds with delicious Québécois cuisine at this restaurant. The menu features...