History of Montmagny, Québec, Canada

On May 5, 1646, a seigniory, including Île aux Grues, Île aux Oies, Grosse île and Petite île, was granted by the Compagnie de la Nouvelle-France to Charles Huault de Montmagny, Governor of New France, who named it Rivière-du-Sud.

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On January 10, 1654, the governor sold the seigniory to Louis-Théandre Chartier de Lotbinière and Jean Moyen des Granges who sold it in turn.
Then, this territory changed hands many times, and some parts were detached from it, as is the case of the Grues and Oies islands.
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The first settlers came to live there around 1678.
They settled in Pointe-à-la-Caille because of the Rivière à la Caille which flows into the river near the western limit of Montmagny. At high tide, this river reached a sufficient level to enter the land by boat and thus promote trade and supplies.
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1679 - Parish is established at Montmagny
The first settlers therefore settled there around 1678 and the following year, the registers of the parish of Saint-Thomas-de-la-Pointe-à-la-Caille were opened, which was canonically erected on November 4, 1714.
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1714 - Église de Saint-Thomas established at Montmagny (Saint-Thomas)

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Built in 1716, the first church in the parish was abandoned and carried away by the eroded banks of the St. Lawrence River.
The village of Saint-Thomas was therefore moved in its entirety to the area of the current Saint-Thomas church. This place is the heart of the development of the urban fabric of Montmagny.
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The development of the village was interrupted by the Seven Years' War: on September 9, 1759, two corps of Scottish rangers commanded by Major George Scott landed in the seigneury of Rivière-du-Sud to burn almost all the houses.

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Shipbuilding
In the 1820s, in order to meet their own export needs, William Price established a shipyard in the Montmagny basin. In addition to building ships dedicated to transporting wood and paper, the Price factory supplied patrol boats for the coast guard, barges and a tug.
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1845 - The Municipality of the Parish of Saint-Thomas-de-la-Pointe-à-la-Caille was erected under Act 8 Vict. Chap. 40, July 1, 1845. The city of Montmagny was erected by proclamation of October 13, 1845.

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1873
MONTMAGNY, a county in the S.E. part of Quebec, having the St. Lawrence for its N. boundary and the State of Maine for its S. Area 393,953 acres. It is traversed by the Grand Trunk railway. Capital, St. Thomas. Pop. 13,555.

MONTMAGNY, or ST. THOMAS, an incorporated village of Quebec, capital of the co. of Montmagny, on the S. shore of the St. Lawrence, and on the G. T. R., 49 miles E. of Quebec. It contains, besides tie county buildings, a Roman Catholic church, a telegraph office, a college, about 25 stores, and saw grist and carding mills. Pop. 1,512.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1889 - Parish of Notre Dame du Rosaire is established at Montmagny

Guide to Quebec Catholic Parishes and Published Parish Marriage Records, Compiled Jeanne Sauve White

In 1892, the Syndicat des cultivateurs de Montmagny was one of the first unions founded in Quebec.

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1895 - Montmagny
MONTMAGNY, a county in the south-eastern part of Quebec, having the St. Lawrence for its northern boundary and the State of Maine for its southern. Area 418,158 acres. It is traversed by the I. C. R. Capital, Montmagny. Pop. 14,726.
Crossby, Peter Alfred. Lovell's gazetteer of British North America. (John Lovell & Son)., 1895

1906
Montmagny, or Saint Thomas, a village of Quebec, capital of the co. of Montmagny. on the S. shore of the St. Lawrence River and on the Intercolonial R., 49 miles NE. of Quebec. The banking point is Levis. It has saw and carding-mills,e tc. Pop. in 1901, 1919.
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

On April 2, 1966, the municipalities of the parish of Saint-Thomas-de-la-Pointe-à-la-Caille and the city of Montmagny merged to become the new City of Monmagny.

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Montmagny
Montmagny, Qué, City, pop 11 353 (2006c), 11 654 (2001c), inc 1845. Montmagny is located on the South Shore of the St Lawrence River, 50 km downriver from Québec City at the junction of the St-Nicholas River and the Rivière du Sud. In a very picturesque setting, Montmagny is a port and manufacturing centre producing such goods as household appliances and wood products. It is well served by highway, rail and ferry transportation. The city is named for Charles Huault, Sieur de MONTMAGNY, the second governor of New France.

Jacques CARTIER passed Montmagny and its many offshore islands in 1535 and noted its beautiful surroundings. In 1646 a seigneury containing the area was granted to Huault, although permanent European habitation did not begin until the 1670s. Montmagny was a thriving pulp and paper centre at the time of its official founding, although this and the river transportation industries were severely affected by the Great Depression. Recently, the tourist industry has grown... Read MORE...

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Montmagny:
Parc Saint-Nicolas:

Start your visit with a relaxing stroll through Parc Saint-Nicolas. It's a beautiful green space with walking paths, benches, and lovely scenery.

Musée maritime du Québec:

Explore the maritime history of the region at the Musée maritime du Québec. It showcases the maritime heritage of the St. Lawrence River, featuring exhibits on shipbuilding and navigation.

Promenade des Gouverneurs:

Take a leisurely walk along the Promenade des Gouverneurs. This scenic boardwalk offers stunning views of the river and the town. It's a perfect spot for a sunset stroll.

Île-aux-Grues:

If you're up for a boat trip, consider visiting Île-aux-Grues. This island is known for its picturesque landscapes and birdwatching opportunities.

Chocolaterie de l'Île d'Orléans:

Satisfy your sweet tooth at Chocolaterie de l'Île d'Orléans. Indulge in handcrafted chocolates and treats made with care and precision.

Cidrerie et Vergers Pedneault:

Discover the art of... Read MORE...