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Canadian Government Information on the Internet (CGII)
by Anita Cannon, the Depository Services Program and Contributors
Municipal Information -- Table of Contents
Quebec -- Municipal Information
Acton
La région d'Acton
The Regional Municipality of Acton County is made up of 9 municipalities. The site, with over 400 web pages, is like "a huge
electronic show window presenting all the organizations, attractions and services available" in the region. There is first the
description of the municipal organization, including the reeve's welcome, a brief history and a description of each municipality;
the publication of the information bulletin of the regional municipality "L'autre dimension" [The Other dimension]; a description of
the various services offered from assessments to urban planning to records management. The various sports, cultural and tourism
organizations are described and a schedule of activities is also available. The geographic situation of the region is very well
established and access is facilitated by the description of a number of access routes and the use of road maps. The site also
provides a list of factories and businesses situated in the Regional Municipality of Acton County. The site also contains an
agri-food sector providing a profile of agriculture and forestry in the Acton area and hypertext links with many agricultural
organizations such as l'Union des producteurs agricoles and a few governmental links such as Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and
the ministère de l'agriculture, des pêcheries et de l'alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ)[Quebec Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and
Food]. Health and socio-community-based organizations are also described in detail. A heading, "Education and Training", presently
under construction, should soon be available.
(1999-04-10, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ntic.qc.ca/mrcacton/
Alma
Alma
On the city of Alma site, we first see the Municipal Council. Under this section, the mayor and the councillors are presented
along with the Council session agenda, statistics on the population of Alma and a map of the electoral districts. In the second
section, Communications, the surfer is provided with all the information on the city, that is community life, the various municipal
regulations and services and much more. Under this heading, the Council's communiqués can be seen along with press releases, public
notices, calls for tenders and job offers. A tourism section informs us of the main attractions and events in the region and
provides a list of accommodation establishments, restaurants and other available services. There is also a section aimed at
"potential investors". It provides maps of industrial and commercial sites, a description of the socioeconomic profile of the
population, of the economic structure of leisure activities and of the climatology of the area along with many statistical tables
related to residential, commercial and industrial construction. A road map and many photographs are also available.
(1999-10-17, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.alma.qc.ca/anglais/index.html
Amos
Ville d'Amos
First city of Abitibi, Amos is called "the cradle of Abitibi". It is particularly well situated right at the hub of the main
Abitibi thoroughfares. The site offers a brief history of the City and presents one of the region's treasures: the Harricana River.
The coat of arms and the symbol of the City are described and explained and many old and new photographs are available on the site.
There is also a welcome from the mayor and a presentation of the municipal council and the various municipal services. The roles of
the various advisory groups set up to assist the municipal council are described, but the list of members is not up to date. The
library with its main regulations and services, the archives, the exhibition centre with its calendar of events and the recreation
service with its equipment and installations are presented on the site. The economic profile of the City is also provided. The
tourism aspect is particularly well developed. There is a list of tourist attractions grouped by category, a list of activities and
events occurring in the region and a map on which one can click to reach an activity of interest. An English version of this section
will be available soon.
(1999-04-10, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.amos.qc.ca/
Anjou
Ville d'Anjou
Ville d'Anjou is community with a population of approximately 37,915 situated in the northeastern sector of Montreal Island. Its
Internet site greets us with a welcome from the mayor and a scrollable text on a topic of current interest. The coat of arms and a
brief history of the city are presented along with the members of the municipal council. Also available is the schedule of council
meetings. The surfer is also provided with information on the geographic location of the city along with maps of the region and of
the electoral districts. A section called "Loisirs et culture" [Recreation and culture - TRANS.] provides information on activity
areas and the schedule of the various activities offered in the city. There is also a list of "partner organizations" and a list of
books suggested by the library service. Another section called "Commissariat industriel" [Industrial commission - TRANS.] provides a
catalogue of businesses, a form to find vacant lots and a list of jobs available in Ville d'Anjou.
(2000-05-08, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.anjou.qc.ca/
Anse Saint-Jean
Municipalité l'Anse Saint-Jean
The site of Anse Saint-Jean, which is located in the heart of the Fjord in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, provides information on
the history of this small municipality. The municipal council is presented along with the mandates assigned to each of the members.
A map and photos illustrating the scenery in the area have been provided. The tourism aspect has been well developed. The various
activities and sites offered to visitors are described in detail. Hiking and descriptions of the trails, ice fishing on the Saguenay
Fjord and a visit to Les brasseurs de l'Anse microbrewery are some of the activities described on the Internet site of the
municipality of Anse Saint-Jean. A hypertext link with the site of La Monarchie de l'Anse-Saint-Jean, the first municipal monarchy
in North America, has been provided.
(1999-10-03, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.d4m.com/anse-saint-jean/
Asbestos
Asbestos
The city of Asbestos is situated in the Eastern Townships at the centre of a triangle formed by the cities of Quebec, Sherbrooke
and Montreal. The city's Internet site has a geographic section which helps to situate the city of Asbestos with the help of maps
and indications. There is a brief history describing the main events which have marked Asbestos, and a description of the industrial
sector illustrates the economic life of the city which is based primarily on asbestos mining. A few of the city's commercial
establishments and services are presented along with tourist and leisure attractions. There are hyperlinks to the sites of the
S.A.D.C. [Community Futures Development Corporation] of Asbestos, the golf and curling club and the official site of the Centennial
of the City of Asbestos, all of which provide the surfer with information on the city and the region. There are many photographs on
the site.
(2000-01-27, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
.http://www.ville.asbestos.qc.ca/index2.html
Baie-Saint-Paul
Baie-Saint-Paul
The Web site of Baie-Saint-Paul provides visitors with information on the history, services, and activities of the community.
Visitors can follow links on the main page to a listing of historic points of interest, a map, useful addresses, and information on
lodgings, restaurants, activities, events and night life. The site also offers a brief history of Baie-Saint-Paul and information on
the town's artistic community. Welcome page and headings are bilingual. Most of the text is French only.
(2002-06-11, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.baiestpaul.com/introang.html
Bécancour
Ville de Bécancour
The site of the City of Bécancour, situated near Trois-Rivières, is a short one. There is a brief word from the mayor, a text
describing the assets and the services of this city in which it is good "to live and grow" ("vivre et grandir") and a geographical
map which helps to locate access routes by road, water, rail and air. An internet link brings us to the Bécancour Industrial and
Harbour Park site and another to the Bécancour bicycle site.
(Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.becancour.net/
Beloeil
Ville de Beloeil
Situated in the Montérégie region some thirty kilometers from Montreal, Beloeil has a population of nearly 20,000. The site
presents the municipal council with photos and shows how to reach the various services and what they offer. There is a citizen's
guide with municipal bylaws, along with general information on taxes, municipal elections, claims and access to information. The
site contains a hypertext link with the ministère des Affaires municipales. The schedule of Beloeil's public transit along with its
routes are offered on the site. The surfer will find a description of a few municipal organizations and a link with the Beloeil -
Mont-Saint-Hilaire historical society. The City's coat of arms and symbol are explained and there is also a history of Beloeil with
the main dates in its development.
(1999-08-12, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.beloeil.qc.ca
Cantley
Cantley
Situated between the cities of Gatineau and Val-des-Monts, the municipality of Cantley has a population of 5,425. The site
introduces the municipal council and describes the various municipal services with the help of an organization chart. There is also
a history of the municipality of Cantley with the main developments from 1830 to the present. Many statistical tables provide a list
of the activities of the Municipality and describe the territory and its development. Blinking messages highlight events or
activities which are taking place or will soon take place in Cantley. The library and its services along with recreation information
and a description of some of the activities are available on the site. There is also information on the parish of Sainte-Elisabeth
de Cantley, its history, the list of the wardens and the services offered by the parish. The site has a road map along with a street
map of the Municipality. Among the hypertext links, are those giving access to the Quebec and Canadian government home pages. Some
sections of the site, such as the history of the Municipality and the budget forecasts, are also available in English.
(1999-04-12, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
Parts of the site are available in English.
http://cantley.net/
Canton d'Orford
Municipalité du Canton d'Orford
Orford is situated in the Eastern Townships and is known mainly because of the Parc du Mont-Orford Park and the Centre d'Arts
Orford. On the Municipality's Internet site, we are shown the Municipal Council, a brief history page, a short description of
municipal management services and a graphic presentation of the budget for the year 2000. There are also the dates of the various
public meetings of the Municipal Council along with a few photographs of the City. There will soon be further information on the
village of Cherry-River, municipal services, by-laws and the commercial establishments of the region.
(2000-01-22, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.canton.orford.qc.ca/
Canton Eaton
Municipalité du Canton Eaton
The Municipality of Eaton Township, situated a few kilometers east of Sherbrooke in the Eastern Townships, has a population of
2,819. On its Internet site is a brief history, a presentation of the Municipal Council and of the various municipal and tax
regulations, a description of municipal services and of the emergency 911 service. There is also a "news" feature with news
releases dating from 1998. The surfer is offered the opportunity of being advised when the site is updated. There are hypertext
links with organizations such as the Haut-Saint-François RCM, the Administrative Committee of the Sherbrooke Airport and Le
Haut-Saint-François newspaper.
(2000-01-20, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://pages.globetrotter.net/cteaton/
Cantons-Unis de Stoneham et Tewkesbury
Municipalité des Cantons-Unis de Stoneham et Tewkesbury
The site of this municipality, situated some twenty miles from Quebec, provides the surfer with its history and activities,
which are linked to the various sites concerned, and provides a list of lodging establishments and restaurants. Some sections of the
site such as "ARTS'monie" and "Galerie" had not been updated or were under construction when the site was reviewed. Maps of the
region are available along with hyperlinks to the region's tourist organizations.
(1999-10-25, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.villestoneham.com/
Chambly
City of Chambly
With a population of close to 20,000, Chambly is located on the south shore of Montreal ten minutes from the Champlain Bridge.
The site includes several statistical and descriptive tables of the city, its services and population. Also included are maps
illustrating the urban agglomeration, the tourist and industrial sectors, the Chambly Canal and access roads leading to Chambly. The
various headings on the site have been well developed and contain numerous hypertext links to enrich our research. The "Economy"
section provides a profile of the population, the commercial and industrial sectors and a list of businesses. The "Tourism" section
provides a list of the various forms of entertainment and tourist attractions along with an up-to-date schedule of events. The
"Actualités" heading offers ad hoc information on services in the municipality and provides a presentation of Municipal Council and
a few by-laws in force.
(1999-04-19, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
The site is partially available in English and Spanish.
http://www.ville.chambly.qc.ca/
Charlemagne
Ville de Charlemagne
The City of Charlemagne is situated in the Lanaudière region and has a population of 3,376 people. The Internet site opens with
the photograph of a sculpture by Normand Forget and a quote from the artist. There is a word of welcome from the Mayor; the various
members of the Municipal Council are introduced; and a description of municipal services is offered. Under the heading "Activités"
[Activities - TRANS.], the surfer is invited to a celebration held last December 31, an indication that it might be time to update
the site. Information under "Activités et loisirs" [Activities and leisure occupations - TRANS.] is accessible only through the site
plan. On the other hand, the home page has a heading "Quoi de neuf?" [What's new? - TRANS.] which is up to date and provides the
latest municipal information. The socio-economic profile of the City is given along with a map of the City of Charlemagne and one of
the region.
(2000-03-25, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://ville.charlemagne.qc.ca/
Chelsea
Chelsea
From 1875 to 1990 the territory that became the Municipality of Chelsea was "Le Municipality of the West Part of the Township of
Hull". On April 28, 1990, it became the Municipality of Chelsea. The official Web page of the Municipality of Chelsea is an
extremely well organized "communication tool to inform residents about municipal affairs" and an informative site for anyone seeking
information about the community. The "General Information" section outlines municipal services offered to Chelsea residents:
planning, various types of permits, animal control, public works and utility network, the municipal budget and taxation services. In
this section residents and surfers can also access a list of all municipal telephone numbers, community groups, and a complete list
of municipal e-mail addresses. Also found in the General Information section is a "History and Profile" page that offers a brief
history and a photo album of pictures from Chelsea's history. The "Municipal Council" section consists of a calendar of upcoming
meetings, the minutes of the last six council meetings, a map showing the municipal election wards, and an annotated photo album
containing pictures of each council member. The "Municipal Committees" section offers brief descriptions of the mandates and meeting
schedules for each of the major municipal committees. An "Environment" section offers an overview of environment-related services
and programs available to Chelsea residents. A "Recreation and Culture" section contains information on Chelsea Recreation and
Cultural services, a list of seasonal programs and courses, a list of community groups, and a community events calendar that is
regularly updated. Brief summaries of municipal by-laws are offered in the "Municipal By-Laws"section. The Chelsea "Library" also
has its own section, offering information on the library's services, activities, exhibits and locations and an online catalogue.
(2002-06-19, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.chelsea.ca/
Chicoutimi
Ville de Chicoutimi
The site of the City of Chicoutimi, "linchpin and metropolis of the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region" [trans.], has three types of
information: municipal, community-based and tourist-oriented. In the first category, there is a description of municipal services,
a presentation of the municipal council, a description of the city's coat of arms and a history of the locality with a table
containing the important dates in its development. The second category shows how to reach Chicoutimi's centre for arts and culture
and the various educational institutions and provides a hypertext link to the municipal library. The tourist information section has
a map with the main hotels and municipal buildings. There are also suggestions regarding places to see and visit. The site has many
photographs.
(1999-07-20, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://ville.chicoutimi.qc.ca/
Cowansville
Cowansville
The site of this city of 12,000 in the Eastern Townships greets us with a welcome from the mayor. A detailed description of the
city council and of its functions is provided along with an organization chart which shows the various services provided by the
municipality. There is also a description of each of the services with a photograph and a message from the directors and a
description of the equipment. A section on SO.DE.CRI [Cowansville Economic Development Corporation] provides information on the
social and economic profile of Cowansville, its infrastructures and its industrial park. A list of industries is available along
with a directory of industries which can be searched by key words. The site contains many photographs and hyperlinks to each
section. A search engine and a site plan make it easy to find the information contained on the site. An English version will soon be
available.
(2000-01-27, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.cowansville.qc.ca/
Danville
Ville de Danville
Danville is situated in the Eastern Townships, "halfway between the two urban centres of Victoriaville and Sherbrooke". [TRANS.]
The Internet site has a tourism section which provides considerable information on the city's history, heritage, "cultural
property", coat of arms and particular attractions such as Burbank Pond and the green corridors bicycle project of the Asbestos
region. Many photos reveal the beauty of the region. Municipal services are described. A pull-down menu provides access to the
various municipal by-laws and information on budget estimates. Three directories give access to municipal services as well as to the
Town's commercial and other establishments and organizations. The surfer can also find a comments section in which he can answer a
poll, consult and participate in a discussion forum and enter comments in the Town's guest book. There are many hypertext links to
local and regional sites along with links to other "Danvilles" in the United States. Visitors can add their suggestions on sites to
the list. Access is also offered to La Toile du Québec.
(2000-01-31, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.angelfire.com/ca2/danville98/
Dégelis
Dégelis
A scrolling text on the home page of the site and a map of the regions pinpoint the city of Dégelis in the Lower Saint Lawrence
region. A search engine is also available on the home page and it makes it possible to search the whole Web with such tools as
AltaVista, Lycos, etc. There are many photographs on the site and a scrolling photograph gives the surfer a panoramic view of the
city. The site has an "economy" section in which describes the main economic activities such as forestry and agriculture. Another
section shows the region's tourist attractions and lodging facilities. There is a hypertext link to the "festivélo" site.
Information is provided on municipal services. There is an organization chart with an overall view of services, a photograph of the
Municipal Council and the description of some municipal organizations such as the community centre and the tourist information
centre.
(2000-03-25, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://ville.degelis.qc.ca/
Deschambault
Municipalité de Deschambault
The Municipality of Deschambault is located in the area of Portneuf between Quebec City and Trois-Rivières. Built by the Société
régionale de Portneuf, the site is part of a whole which describes the various municipalities in the region. It contains only two
pages without hypertext links and provides a somewhat poetic description of the municipality of 1400. Municipal services are listed
and a presentation on Municipal Council and information on the mayor are provided.
(1999-04-19, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.municipalite.deschambault.qc.ca/
Deux-Montagnes
Ville de Deux-Montagnes
Bordered by the Lac des Deux-Montagnes and la Rivière des Mille-Iles, la Ville de Deux-Montagnes has a population of 16,000. The
site contains a description of municipal services. Visitors are first greeted with a message from the mayor, followed by a history
and a description of the town. The municipal library's site is also included, and community services are described by means of a
list of frequently asked questions complete with answers. The activity program is not up to date and nor is the "History Chronicle
of the Ville de Deux-Montagnes", the last issue of which dates back to August 1997. You can still find previous chapters which
describe the early history of the city. The site also has a "Municipal Bulletin", but once again, the last issue dates back to
August 1998. A notice on the site stated that this page was being prepared. A detailed map of the city is available on the site.
(1999-04-19, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.cloxt.com/ville-deux-montagnes/index-a.htm
Dunham
Town of Dunham
Situated in the Montérégie region, the town of Dunham has a population of 3,374. Its Internet site is a short one. There is a
directory of commercial and other establishments in the region, a tourist guide describing the main attractions and events in Dunham
and a list of lodgings and restaurants. The site also offers a history of the town with a few old photographs and a road map of the
region.
(2000-01-31, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.dunham.qc.ca/ang.html
Farnham
Ville de Farnham
Situated in the Montérégie region, "Farnham is a town with country values and an entrepreneurial spirit worthy of the great
industrial cities that surround it". [TRANS.] The Internet site contains information on the main tourist attractions such as the
bicycle trail, the nature centre, the golf course, the parachute club and the wine route. There is also a list of the various
leisure organizations, sports associations and clubs, and municipal recreational facilities. The municipal services are presented
along with the members of the municipal council. A directory of services available to citizens contains a list of social, community,
religious, educational, cultural and artistic organizations. Three road maps are presented. The first is a plan of the Town of
Farnham and the other two show provincial and regional access routes.
(2000-02-08, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.villede.farnham.qc.ca/02/fram_gen2.htm
Ferland-et-Boileau
Municipalité Ferland-et-Boileau
The municipality of Ferland-et-Boileau is located 5 kilometres from the town of la Baie in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region
and has a population of 650. The Internet site includes the history of the municipality, a word from the mayor and an introduction
of the municipal councils. Firms and businesses are listed as are various municipal services and organizations. There is also a
table illustrating the Fernand-et-Boileau tax rates in comparison with those of other municipalities, and information is provided on
the main tourist attractions such as the activities of the Domaine du Lac Ha! Ha! Photos depicting the beauty of the region are
available on the site.
(1999-10-03, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.royaume.com/~ferland/
Frelighsburg
Frelighsburg Québec, Ca
The town of Frelighsburg is located close to the U.S. border in Estrie, some 100 kilometers from Montreal. The site offers
netsurfers a directory of local resources - accommodation, restaurants and agro-tourism (orchards). Year-round schedules of local
activities held in Frelighsburg and activities in the Brome-Mississquoi region are available on the site. Tourist circuits and the
Foire du jouet are two activities which should be described eventually, as the hypertext links provided when we visited the site
were empty. The upcoming development of the historical page is also mentioned. A map showing various accesses to the town has been
provided.
(1999-12-14, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.village.frelighsburg.qc.ca/general_an.htm
Gatineau
City of Gatineau
With 141 square kilometres and a population of more than 100,000, "In the Outaouais, Gatineau is the municipality with the
biggest area and the largest population". Its Internet site is very comprehensive. There is a detailed description of the different
services, an organization chart, the City's job postings, the 1999 budget along with graphs and tables, a presentation of the Hot
Air Balloon Festival with some panoramic photographs of the event, the press releases issued during the last 6 months, a complete
presentation of the Archives' documentation centre and several index map sheets. The site also has several interactive services.
First, there is virtual access to the library's catalogue in French, English or Spanish; access to cultural and recreational
activities for which one can register online; access to the taxpayers' register that can be queried by civic address for general
access, and by user number for specialized access. A search engine is currently under construction.
(1999-04-28, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.gatineau.qc.ca/gatineau/english/index.htm
Granby
Granby
The site of the municipality of Granby in the Estrie region, offers surfers statistical tables with information on the
population, the financial situation, taxation rates, housing and the vacancy rate along with the budget allocation to the various
services. The members of the Municipal Council are introduced and the Mayor has a word of welcome. There is a brief description of
the mission of the municipal services along with a history and a descriptive list of leisure and cultural para-municipal
organizations. There is also a list of Granby's schools, newspapers and community services.
(2000-04-09, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.granby.qc.ca/
Haut-Richelieu
Haut-Richelieu
"Located 25 minutes southeast from Montreal, the Upper-Richelieu consists of 20 municipalities and is known for its glorious
past, its particular hospitality and its regional gastronomy". This is how the region is presented on its Internet site created by
the Upper-Richelieu Economic Council which is an inter-municipal corporation responsible for regional development. First, a map and
a table specify the region's distance relative to several large Canadian and American cities. The different sectors of the
Upper-Richelieu region are described. The economic sector is represented by a territory of 20 municipalities, 17 semi-urban
municipalities and 3 cities. An economic inventory of all their services is presented, from the average daily temperature to the
number of financial and educational institutions. An index would make it easier to find the information. The municipal section
briefly describes each municipality in the Regional County and the education section lists and describes the different institutions.
The agricultural section has a hyperlink to the Quebec Food Processors Association. The culture and tourism sector is described by
the Upper-Richelieu's Tourism and Congress Centre which presents the region's seasonal activities. Several photographs adorn the
navigation on the site.
(1999-05-03, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.haut-richelieu.qc.ca/
James Bay
Municipalité de la Baie James
The territory of the municipality of James Bay is extremely large, covering an area of 350,000 km2 that extends from the 49th to
the 55th parallel. The municipal Web site features information on the Municipal Council, history of the territory, descriptions of
each of the communities, tourist, and weather. A community calendar gives information on sporting events, festivals, and other
activities being held in 19 communities. There is also a photo album featuring over 200 images from across the territory.
(2002-02-03, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.municipalite.baie-james.qc.ca/
Jonquière
Jonquière
Located in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean Region, the City of Jonquière has a population of 56,000. The Web site welcomes visitors
with an audio message from the Mayor and an invitation to discover the different aspects of the municipality. The "History and
Geography" section includes a detailed presentation of the geographic location, illustrated with some maps and a description of the
transportation network that leads to the City. The history of Jonquière is told accompanied by period photographs. The "Tourist
Attractions and Sports" section describes different activities and includes photographs. Events and annual festivals are also
described. Municipal services are described, accompanied by a photograph of each of the Directors. A directory of municipal
employees is also available.
(1999-05-03, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.jonquiere.qc.ca/
Kamouraska
Kamouraska (MRC)
The total population of the Kamouraska MRC is over 23,000 inhabitants. Situated in the Lower St. Lawrence region, it is made up
of 18 municipalities with Pocatière / Sainte-Anne-de-La-Pocatière and Saint-Pascal having the largest populations. The Web site
gives a complete picture of the region: cultural and natural heritages, a description of Kamouraska and Pèlerins islands and the
history of Kamouraska. There is also a genealogy section in which searchers can find "the main families which first settled in
Kamouraska with a short description of each". The tourism aspect is greatly developed. Each tourist attraction is well documented
and some are shown with photos. There is a word of welcome from the warden as well as a map grouping the various municipalities. The
site also offers a list of the various lodging establishments and restaurants and a long list of addresses and telephone numbers
where more information can be found. Finally, "Kamouraska numbers" provides a considerable amount of information describing the
population of the Kamouraska MRC.
(1999-05-03, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
This site is also available in Spanish.
http://www.kam.qc.ca/
L'Isle-Verte
L'Isle-Verte
L'Isle-Verte is a city on the Lower St. Lawrence. The site opens with a history of the area. It also indicates how to reach the
various municipal services such as the library, the Corporation de Développement Économique et Touristique [the Economic and Tourism
Development Corporation], the committees, the municipal council and the various associations and organizations in l'Isle-Verte.
There are also a number of tourist attractions illustrated with photographs and a list of the region's main commercial and
industrial establishments.
(1999-09-12, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www3.sympatico.ca/isle.verte/
Lac des Plages
Municipality of Lac des Plages
The Internet site greets us with a panoramic photograph of "the most beautiful lake situated 30 minutes from Mont-Tremblant and
Montebello" [TRANS.]. The surfer will also find a road map and a satellite map of the region and many photographs are presented
illustrating the various seasons. Municipal services, their schedules and geographical situations are presented along with
information on the Parish of St-André, its church and the Grotto of the Immaculate Conception. A list of lodging establishments,
stores, various clubs and associations and a list of local activities are also presented. There is also a section called "sales and
rentals" [TRANS.] in which are grouped cottages, lots and items for sale or rental.
(2000-04-16, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.lacdesplages.com/ldp/menu/menuen.html
Lac Simon
Municipality of Lac Simon
The Internet site greets us with a panoramic view of Lac Simon, called "the vacationer's paradise north of Montebello" [TRANS.].
There is a road map of the region and a nautical chart of Lac Simon and Lac Barrière. We are introduced to the mayor and the
municipal councillors and presented with an illustrated history made up of old photographs. The sections containing a list of
lodging and commercial establishments were under construction at the time of our visit, but a description of the main activities
held at and around Lac Simon was available. The site also has many photographs illustrating the seasons.
(2000-04-16, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.lacsimon.com/lacsim/menu/menuen.html
Lac-aux-Sables
Lac-aux-Sables : Village d'accueil au cour du Québec
Lac-aux-Sables, which has a population of more than 1500, is a municipality in the Mauricie region some 95 kilometres from
Quebec City. Net surfers are greeted with a poetic message from the mayor, and the historical heading on the site contains a
geographical, demographic, economic, political and cultural description of Lac-aux-Sables, historical vignettes and an album of the
1897-1997 centennial. The Journal du Lac, the monthly community newspaper of the municipality, is available on line, but the last
issue dates back to April 1999. A list of firms and tourist attractions and activities in the region appear. Surfers can also
download the poetry penned by Lac-aux-Sables poets. A few photos of the region are also available.
(1999-11-21, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.lac-aux-sables.qc.ca/
Lac-Nominingue
Municipalité de Lac-Nominingue
Located in the Upper Laurentian Region, the municipality of Lac-Nominigue has a population of 2000. The Internet site is brief
and contains a short description of municipal services and community services such as the church, the library, the primary school
and the Caisse populaire. A map has been provided, showing the municipality and the region and containing a description of the
tourist attractions and a schedule of upcoming events. Numerous photos and a history of the municipality have also been posted on
the site. A hypertext link with the Antoine-Labelle RCM has been provided, and a list of business persons will soon be available.
(2000-02-29, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://lannon.qc.ca/nominingue/index_eng.html
Lachine
City of Lachine
The City of Lachine is described on the site as "the first suburb" among the 26 cities of the Communauté urbaine de Montréal.
The site provides press releases, up-to-date news and an annual schedule of activities which is very easy to consult. Various plans
of the city indicate the locations of businesses and services in the town centre of Lachine, how to reach the various districts of
the city and the main access routes from outside the island of Montreal. A profile of the economic activity in the city is provided
along with a list of industries, businesses and services. From the Town Hall to the Treasury, to the Registry Office, to
Recreational and Community Services, the site contains a considerable amount of information on everything related to municipal
services. There is a welcome message from the Mayor who introduces the members of the Municipal Council. Hypertext links bring us
to the site of the Communauté urbaine de Montréal and to that of Arts and the city, a nonprofit corporation which works with Quebec
cities and municipalities to promote arts and culture in local communities.
(1999-04-01, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.cum.qc.ca/lachine/eng/Default.htm
Larouche
Larouche
The municipality of Larouche has "always been known as the link between the Saguenay and Lac-Saint-Jean regions". The site
presents a brief portrait of the municipality of 1,100 inhabitants and a few words on its history. There is a list of companies and
organizations along with many photographs presenting the region. A hyperlink gives access to the site of the Société d'aide au
développement des entreprises et collectivités du Haut-Saguenay (SADEC) [Industry and Community Futures Development Corporation of
the Upper Saguenay River]. It should soon be possible to consult the monthly journal of municipal information presently under
construction. The site was last updated in August 1998.
(1999-05-10, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://saglac.qc.ca/~munlarou/
LaSalle
Ville de LaSalle
This city of over 72,000 inhabitants is situated on the outskirts of Montreal. Its site has two major sections. The first is
aimed at the citizens and describes the various facets of municipal life. There is a word of welcome from the mayor, the municipal
council is introduced and a brief history of the city is presented along with a description of the city's logo, coat of arms and
flag. This section also offers a map along with the various access routes to the city, demographic statistics describing the
population and a few words on municipal services. The second section is aimed at investors and is offered by the Economic
Development Corporation of LaSalle. A complete description is provided of the industrial, commercial and residential sectors and
hypertext links are offered towards the sites of the city's economic partners. There are also news communiqués covering the previous
year. The site is illustrated with many photographs.
(2000-05-08, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.lasalle.qc.ca/
Latulipe
Latulipe
Situated in the eastern sector of Témiscamingue, Latulipe has a population of 386. Its Internet site presents a brief history of
the municipality, the three main attractions such as camping and Gillies camp, Landry Bridge, and the Domaine de la Baie Gillies.
There is also a description of the various recreational activities and services offered in Latulipe along with a message from the
mayor who introduces us to the municipal council.
(2000-05-15, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.temiscamingue.net/latulipe/
Laval
Laval
The site of the City of Laval, despite the city's status as the second largest in Quebec, has little information. There is a
brief welcome from the Mayor, the presentation of the executive committee and the municipal council, a text on the role of local
government and a history of the City. There is a calendar of events taking place in Laval and it is updated weekly. Hypertext links
are available to the network of libraries and the assessment roll. The latter can be consulted. Access to the school boards and the
assessment services is possible by means of a password. There are also links with the Cité de la santé, Laval Technopole, the Laval
tourist office, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry and LavalNet.
(1999-07-21, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.laval.qc.ca/pls/portal30/adml.a_wlaval.show?p_type=1&p_no=2
Lennoxville
Lennoxville
Lennoxville is a college town located in the south central part of the Eastern Townships of Quebec, five kilometres from
Sherbrooke. The town's Web site offers basic information on the services and activities available to residents and visitors. A
municipal services section offers only the telephone numbers for departments such as public works, the police, and the community
centre. A list of municipal committees is found in another section. There is an activities section, but in summer 2002 the section
was listing activities being held in 1999. The town's full-time population of 4,000 residents is increased for nine months of the
year by 3,000 students and the site prominently features links to the Web sites of Bishop's University and Champlain College. An
Eastern Townships link takes visitors to tourist information on the Connect-Quebec Web site.
(2002-06-12, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://ville.lennoxville.qc.ca/english.htm
Longueuil
Ville de Longueuil
Situated in the Montérégie region a few kilometers from Montreal, Longueuil has 128,000 inhabitants. The site offers surfers a
map of the metropolitan region which helps to situate the city. A heading called "Longueuil aujourd'hui" [Longueuil today] provides
information on residential, commercial and industrial sectors, cultural, community and leisure services and the strategic
geographical situation of the city. The section also contains a few photographs. A detailed history beginning in the XVII Century is
presented along with a description of the symbol and the coat of arms of the city of Longueuil. There are also links to the Société
historique de Marigot [Marigot Historical Society] and Longueuil's genealogy club. A section entitled "Communiqués" provides
information on activities and events in the city and a package containing the main regulations can be downloaded in .pdf format. A
hypertext link to Park-O-Mètre provides the program of weekly summer activities presented in the parks.
(1999-07-29, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.longueuil.qc.ca/
Mandeville
Mandeville
There is a population of 1,824 in this little municipality in the Lanaudière region. The Internet site has a word of welcome
from the mayor, an introduction to the council members, their participation in the various committees and a summary of the latest
municipal budget. There is also information on municipal services and on how to reach organizations working in the community.
Besides scrollable information on the home page about topics of current interest, there is also a schedule of events to be held in
Saint-Charles-de-Mandeville. A history along with two aerial photos and a number of other photographs help describe the
municipality. A guest book and a survey along with its results help the municipal administration to remain in contact with the
citizens. There are hypertext links with government and business organizations in the region and research can be done across the net
with the help of the Google search engine.
(2000-05-19, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://municipalite.mandeville.qc.ca/
Maniwaki
Town of Maniwaki
Maniwaki is the regional capital of the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau in the Outaouais region of Quebec. Visitors to the city's Web site
can easily find background information on the city by following the "Regarding" link. In this section is information on the city's
history, regional profile, coat of arms and flag, and geographical location. The Council section offers the names and contact
information for the Mayor and Councillors and information on Municipal Commissions. Information on municipal services such as road
maintenance, fire services, and recreational services are found in the Municipal Services section. Information on the airport,
health and social services, schools and day-care can be found under Services and Infrastructures. The Maniwaki Recreational Service
has its own "Activities and Recreation" page offering information on arts and culture, social clubs, a calendar of events, community
organizations and the library. An FAQ sections lists questions Municipal officials are most frequently asked.
(2002-06-23, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.maniwaki.qc.ca/
Mont-Joli
Ville de Mont-Joli
Situated in Eastern Quebec, in the Lower St. Lawrence area, the City of Mont-Joli has a population of 6,500. The internet site
is a short one. It gives a history of the City, its tourist attractions and a directory of its restaurants, inns, hotels and motels.
There is also an overview of its economic activity and a hypertext link to the Institut Maurice-Lamontagne which is "one of the main
French-speaking centres in the world in the area of marine sciences" [TRANS.].
(1999-09-26, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.mont-joli.qc.ca/
Mont-Saint-Hilaire
Ville de Mont-Saint-Hilaire
The City of Mont-Saint-Hilaire is situated in the territory of the Regional County Municipality of the Vallée du Richelieu and
has a population of some 13,000. The site provides general information on the municipal council, its activities, its role, its
mission and its representativeness. The members of the municipal council are presented along with a description of their duties.
There is general information on the various municipal services, public transit and the bylaws on public security, urban planning and
public works. The site has a list of the various community organizations and how to reach them and a list of leisure and cultural
activities available in the City of Mont-Saint-Hilaire. There is a section providing a history of the City and a description of its
graphic symbol. A plan of the site makes it easy to surf, but many links were not accessible when we visited. The site was last
updated in May, 1998.
(1999-07-25, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.mont-saint-hilaire.qc.ca/
Mont-Tremblant
Mont-Tremblant
The village of Mont-Tremblant in the Laurentians has been a popular destination for skiers and vacationers for generations. This
site focuses on tourist and visitor information, offering directories of lodgings, restaurants, and facilities and a list of
activities available in Mont-Tremblant. Photos of the village, a calendar of activities, a map of the ski hill, and business and
service listings are also offered. Links to similar pages for nearby communities of Ste-Agathe, St-Donat, and St-Jovite are also
included.
(2002-06-26, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.mt-tremblant.com
Montreal
City of Montreal
On January 1, 2002, 28 municipalities of the Montréal Urban Community were merged into the new City of Montreal. The new city
has 1.8 million inhabitants and covers an area of 500 km2. It has one mayor and 73 city councillors. This is the official Web site
of the new City of Montreal. The site is available in both French and English, however, the French version is more fully developed
and some of the sections are available in French only. Descriptions and information from each of the burroughs is easily located.
Detailed information on city services such as emergency, housing, and food inspection services are provided. Also found on the site
are city by-laws and budget information. Links to further information on Montreal such as maps, facts and figures, and to the sites
of tourist attractions such as Old Montreal and the Biosphere are also provided.
(2002-09-17, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.montreal.qc.ca/
Montréal Urban Community
The Montréal Urban Community is an intermunicipal organization regrouping the 29 municipalities of the island of Montreal,
Bizard Island, Dorval Island and a few adjacent islands. The organization offers these cities public security, public transit,
environmental quality, enhancement of the area, realty assessment and culture services. The site is organized in a way that allows
easy access according to the type of user: visitor, citizen, employee, supplier or investor. For the visitor, there are "the
cultural and tourist attractions of the island"; the citizen is presented with "the elected representatives and their mandate"; the
employee "is informed of the latest news"; the investor is offered an economic profile of the MUC while the supplier is shown a list
of the 1998 and 1999 calls for tender along with the procedures that those interested must follow. A considerable amount of
information is available on this site and to reach it the user is offered many tools: a pull-down menu that provides easy access to
the administrative unit of interest, an alphabetical index of headings along with indexing of the site to allow searching by key
words. A form for comments on the site is available. A question area, presently under construction, will soon be available. The site
also offers a virtual visit of Montreal by means of "panoramic photographs" and maps of the region. There are also graphic and
statistic elements on the population of the Montréal Urban Community. To read some documents in pdf format, Acrobat Reader must be
downloaded. A hypertext link allows the downloading.
(1999-04-10, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.cum.qc.ca/
MRC Antoine-Labelle
MRC Antoine-Labelle
The Regional County Municipality (RCM) of Antoine-Labelle is located in Western Quebec (otherwise called the Upper Laurentians).
The RCM is made up of eight Regional County Municipalities and includes twenty-two municipalities. The population of the RCM as of
January 2001 was 35,526. Visitors to the Web site of the Regional County Municipality (RCM) of Antoine-Labelle will find information
on the RCM's administration and services and a description of the area's services and resources. Information on the legislative
history, administration, finances, and infrastructure of the RCM can be found in the "RCM Info" section. A "Tourism" section offers
an overview of recreational and tourist activities and information on tourist offices. The "Municipalities" page offers links to
brief descriptions and contact information for all twenty-two municipalities located in the RCM. "Maps" of the region are located in
a separate section. Economic background, arts and culture information, and a listing of employment and professional training
resources in the RCM are also featured on the site. Also linked from the main page is a site for the local development centre
(Centre local de developpement or CLD) of the Regional County Municipality of Antoine-Labelle -- a public, nongovernmental
organization whose mission is to support and develop commerce and industry, tourism and farming in the RCM of Antoine-Labelle. The
CLD offers business development services to entrepreneurs and those interested in going into business.
(2002-06-17, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.mrc-antoine-labelle.qc.ca/index-a.html
MRC d'Argenteuil
MRC d'Argenteuil
The MRC d'Argenteuil is located in the Laurentians, less than one hour from Montreal and seventy-five minutes from the
Hull-Ottawa region. The MRC has 28,505 inhabitants in ten local municipalities. The official site of the Municipal Region of the
County of Argenteuil offers descriptions, maps and photos of the region, economic profiles and information on local activities and
services. Activities of the "Centre local de developpement" (CLD) Argenteuil, an organization to support the economic development of
the region, is found in a separate section. Some of the pages in the CLD section are under construction. The Bureau du Cinema et de
la television has also posted location photos to the site.
(2002-06-27, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.argenteuil.qc.ca/
MRC de Coaticook
MRC de Coaticook
The Coaticook RCM is located in the Eastern Townships region south of the City of Sherbrooke and includes close to 17,000
residents. The Internet site describes its 14 municipalities which are plotted on a map. Statistical tables on the geographical,
economic and social picture of the RCM are provided. A list of members of political and administrative organizations is included
along with the various cases of concern to them. A list of documents produced during municipal projects performed from 1992 to 1997
is available. The site was last updated in 1998.
(1999-07-19, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.regioncoaticook.qc.ca/accueil.php
MRC de Montmagny
MRC de Montmagny
The Web site first describes the area in the MRC de Montmagny, located in the Chaudière-Appalaches area. A few maps are provided
showing where the area is situated and describing the various road networks which provide access. The socio-economic profile is
illustrated using tables and graphs, and a list of manufacturing firms has been prepared. The tourist aspect has been developed. It
contains a brief description of the culture and heritage, and presents the various tourist attractions in the areas such as
festivals and other events. Montmagny has its own entry, which contains a welcome from the mayor, a short description of the town
and the mission and objectives of the Office d'initiatives économiques. A long list of members of the Montmagny Chamber of Commerce
has been presented. An English version will be available soon.
(1999-05-17, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.montmagny.com/
MRC de Témiscouata
MRC de Témiscouata
A huge territory containing 20 municipalities, the Témiscouata RCM is situated in the Lower St. Lawrence Region. The internet
site has splendid photographs of this beautiful region, including its wildlife and flora. There is a portrait of the region with a
map of the various municipalities which form the RCM. The same section describes the municipalities and suggests things to see, do
and discover in each. A tourism section shows the attractions, activities and various restaurants and lodging establishments in the
area. There is a list of the region's various organizations and the site plan summerizes all the information contained on the site.
There is also a quiz on the characteristics of the Témiscouata RCM.
(1999-09-12, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.mrctemiscouata.qc.ca/
MRC des Basques
MRC des Basques
The MRC des Basques is situated in the Lower Saint Lawrence Region and includes the City of Trois-Pistoles and ten
municipalities. The site has a description of each of the municipalities. It also provides surfers with climate data on the region
and a table illustrating temperature and precipitation differences between Trois-Pistoles and a few other cities of Quebec. A
geographical description of the territory and brief statistical data on the population are available along with a directory of MRC
resource people and their e-mail address.
(1999-07-08, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.info-basques.com/mrc/index.html
MRC du Pontiac
MRC du Pontiac
The Regional County Municipality of Pontiac (MRC) is located in the western part of the Outaouais region of Quebec. The
territory combines 18 municipalities spread over 4,177 km2 and unsettled territory with a surface area of 9,670 km2. The settled
area has a population of approximately 15,737. The county's Internet portal offers information about the Pontiac MRC, local news,
current weather conditions and a well-organized series of links to over 1,200 Web pages devoted to the region. Topics covered on
these pages include the economy, employment, health, tourism, culture, heritage, regional events, and much more. Links to
information on the MRC's responsibilities and services, such as its Administration, Geomatic, and Planning Services departments, are
found under the MRC heading. Under the "Municipality" heading are links to brief descriptions, historical information, and listings
of attractions for each of the 18 municipalities.
(2002-06-13, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.mrcpontiac.qc.ca/index_a.htm
MRC Maria-Chapdelaine
Bienvenue au pays de Maria Chapdelaine
The Maria-Chapdelaine RCM is situated north of the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. The internet site shows a map of Quebec which
shows the region and on which one can click to find the distance to the MRC, a map giving the situation of the MRC within the region
and another map showing the various municipalities which form the RCM. It is possible to click on this map to find the sites of
these municipalities. The site provides an economic and social portrait of the region and provides the surfer with useful
information on its history, agriculture, community organizations and industries and shops. A few tables provide statistical data on
the various sectors of activity and there are many related regional, provincial and national hypertext links. A virtual journal and
a tourism section are announced on the site but were not accessible at the time of site review. There are also a few search engines
available.
(1999-10-17, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.mrcmaria.qc.ca/
Otterburn Park
Otterburg Park
On arrival in this Montérégie city called Otterburn Park, the surfer is welcomed by the Mayor. The City's mission is introduced
along with a "short summary of certain data and historical facts that might be of interest" [trans.]. A map of the region helps to
situate the City and a brief socioeconomic profile provides information on the population. The members of the municipal council are
presented with biographical notes and their electoral performances during the 1997 elections. Messages from each of the members are
available on the site. General information on the various services is also available along with a list of businesses by sector. The
site also has a notice board with tributes to a number of personalities. Internet links are offered to various organizations such as
the Corporation of Chartered Municipal Officers of Quebec, Hydro-Quebec's canoe club and Communication Québec.
(1999-07-28, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.otterburnpark.qc.ca/en/index.asp
Paspébiac
Paspébiac
The municipality of Paspébiac a population of 3,907 and is situated 650 kilometers east of Quebec City in the heart of the "Baie
of Chaleurs". This site offers contact names and numbers for City Council and Administrative Services, a description of employment
opportunities Paspébiac, and a historical tour of the community, featuring descriptions and photographs of points of interest.
(2002-10-04, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.internetwebmedia.com/~vpaspebiac/pub/index_eng.html
Plessisville
Plessisville: The World's Maple Capital
The Internet site of the Municipality of Plessisville describes the local management and introduces members of the town council,
including their director. Their responsibilities and the various municipal services are described. A map of the districts in
Plessisville has been provided. The site also includes a historical, geographical, tourist and demographic portrait along with a
directory of community organizations. A description of the industrial sector also appears. Surfers can find answers to frequently
asked questions on the bulletin board. A few photos of the town are also available on the site.
(1999-11-21, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://ville.Plessisville.qc.ca/Eindex.asp
Pointe-au-Père
Ville de Pointe-au-Père
A city with a population of 4,200, Pointe-au-Père is located in the Lower St. Lawrence region, 300 kilometres from Quebec. There
is a word of welcome from the Mayor on the Internet site and a brief description of the City. A map of the region provides an
invitation to visit the area. The members of the Municipal Council are introduced with their photographs and we are told what
districts they represent and their respective responsibilities. A table of municipal services is available, and the services are
described, sometimes accompanied by an organization chart. An information section gives the history of the City and a hypertext link
to the Statistics Canada site has statistics on the demography, education, work and families of Pointe-au-Père. There is also a list
of the communication tools offered by the City and a list of municipal by-laws and vacant lots. A link is provided to the Club des
Navigateurs de l'Internet de Pointe-au-Père (CNIPAP) [Pointe-au-Père Internet Surfers Club - TRANS.] which offers businesses in the
City the opportunity to have their own Web page.
(2000-03-25, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.cnipap.qc.ca/ptepere/
Portneuf
La région de Portneuf
The site of the Portneuf region welcomes us with Speeches of our Elected Officials, which consist of welcoming messages of the
prefect of the MRC, provincial and federal members of Parliament and the president of Portneuf's local development center. The MRC
contains 22 municipalities. It is situated on the north bank of the St. Lawrence River, between Quebec City and Montreal, and its
population includes more than 46,000 people. Several tables show us the complete socio-economic character of the Region. One finds
an inventory of industrial parks, a description of the economic structure, employment distribution according to economic activity
and a list of services offered to the community and to businesses. For additional information, a hyperlink brings us to the
Department of Industry, Commerce, Science and Technology. The site also provides a description of various tourist attractions
accompanied by photos and a long list of lodgings in the Region. There is also a profile of some municipalities as well as a
descriptive list of services, groups and organizations in Portneuf. A slide presentation gives us a first taste of the Region.
(1999-05-31, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.portneuf.com
Quebec
Quebec City
The Organization section of the Quebec City site offers information on the roles of the Mayor, City Council, the Executive
Committee, Borough Councils, and the Quebec Metropolitain Community. The My City section, which is available in French only, offers
information on municipal services, such as libraries, housing, environmental, and transportation services. Information on the Quebec
City economy is found in the Business section. Heritage and tourism information is found in the Exploration section. The site also
offers information on how to immigrate to Quebec and links to the sites of the Greater Quebec Economic Development Corporation
(SPEQM) and the Quebec City and Area Tourism and Convention Bureau.
(2002-10-04, Terrell Les Strange, BC Ferry Corporation Library
lesstrange@telus.net)
Site available in English and French.
Site also available in Spanish and Portugese.
http://www.ville.quebec.qc.ca/en/accueil/index.shtml
Rivière-du-Loup
Region of Rivière-du-Loup
The RCM of Rivière-du-Loup is made up of 15 municipalities in the Lower St. Lawrence area with a population of over 32,000. The
site opens with a magnificent sunset over moving water. There is a map of the municipalities included and information about them.
There is also a brief history of the area and a hyperlink with the Société d'Histoire et de Généalogie de Rivière-du-Loup [the
Rivière-du-Loup Historical and Genealogical Society] along with information on the regional economy and available services. There is
a research tool to help find information on the site. The wording of the research must, however, be specific to be effective. The
index is easier to use and the results are quicker.
(1999-09-19, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.mrc-rdl.qc.ca/ang/default.html
Roberval
City of Roberval
The site of the city of Roberval opens with a greeting from the mayor and a description of the City's logo and coat of arms. A
detailed history follows, giving the important dates of the City's development from its founding to the present. The municipal
council is presented along with the municipal services, their mandate and responsibilities. The tourist section describes the main
attractions and activities that Roberval and the region have to offer along with road maps of the City and the
Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. The surfer is also provided with a links section containing, according to the site, well-known links
related to the city of Roberval. There are many photographs illustrating various aspects of the City.
(1999-10-25, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.roberval.qc.ca/ville/indexe.htm
Rock Forest
Rock Forest
The city of Rock Forest is situated in the Estrie region and has a population of 18,374. The site introduces the members of the
Municipal Council and will soon offer the texts of city council meetings. The site also gives a list of the various municipal
services and organizations and indicates how they can be reached. Many parts of the site are under construction. A section called
"Commerce", a second called "Activities" and a third, "Housing Development" are being developed and should be ready soon.
(2000-04-09, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://ville.rockforest.qc.ca/
Rosemère
Town of Rosemère
The Town of Rosemère is located just a few kilometres north of Montreal and has a population of 13,600. Its Internet site is
pleasant and contains a host of information describing its community and municipal lives. Members of the Municipal Council are
presented along with their involvement in various committees, the schedule of Council meetings, a directory of services, a reminder,
summaries of municipal by-laws and the budget expenses for 1999 and 2000. A brief description provides a geopolitical and
statistical overview of the town, and visitors to the site can select the latest press releases from a scroll-down list. The various
organizations in the region are described and their sites can be accessed through hypertext links. There is also a complete map of
the entire territory of Rosemère, the logo and coat of arms and a historical background ranging from the seignory era to the 1990s.
(2000-02-29, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://ville.rosemere.qc.ca/_index.html
Saint-Ambroise
Saint-Ambroise
Rural municipality in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region, Saint-Ambroise is situated some twenty kilometers from the cities of
Chicoutimi, Jonquière and Alma. The tourist part of the site describes a farm tourism circuit called LA ROUTE VERTE [THE GREEN
ROUTE]. Information on economic and agri-food activities are available on the site along with a list of businesses established in
Saint-Ambroise. The surfer will also find a description of leisure activities offered by the municipality and information regarding
CHANSON EN FÊTE DE SAINT-AMBROISE [THE SAINT-AMBROISE SONG CELEBRATION], an annual amateur song competition which is provincial in
scope. There are many photos on the site.
(1999-09-26, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.st-ambroise.qc.ca/
Saint-Augustin-de-Woburn
Municipalité de Saint-Augustin-de-Woburn
Located in Estrie close to Lac Mégantic, this municipality celebrated its 100th anniversary in 1998. The Internet, which still
has to be updated, contains the programming of the centennial activities and photos of municipal buildings, the church and various
businesses. A road map and directions to St-Augustin-de-Woburn have been provided, along with a history of the town and three
recipes of AFEAS DE WOBURN. The site, which is still being put together, should eventually provide a description of municipal
services.
(2000-01-10, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.chez.com/woburn/frame.html
Saint-Bruno-de-Kamouraska
Saint-Bruno-de-Kamouraska
The site of this municipality of 560 inhabitants is short. Essentially, it contains a word from the mayor, a brief history of
the village with a description of the municipal coat of arms and a list of local organizations and businesses. There is also an
invitation to the "Festival du Brûlot" [Punkie Festival] held traditionally on the second weekend in August. The home page presents
a link with a geographical map of the region, but it was not possible to consult it.
(1999-06-14, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.kam.qc.ca/bienven/portrai/m_carte/st_brun/c_stbru.html
Saint-Charles-Borromée
Municipalité de Saint-Charles-Borromée
The Municipality of Saint-Charles-Borromée is situated in the Lanaudière region and has over 10,000 inhabitants. The Internet
site greets us with a word of welcome from the mayor and a section called "en bref" [briefly - TRANS.] with scrollable messages on
topics of current interest. A section called "Attraits" [Attractions - TRANS.] provides a calendar of events to be held this year
along with the city's main tourist attractions. Members of the municipal council and their photographs are presented along with the
latest municipal budget. The site also offers citizens information on the various municipal services and the main by-laws. The
surfer will also find a municipal information bulletin called "Les 4 saisons municipales" [The 4 municipal seasons - TRANS.].
(2000-05-15, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.st-charles-borromee.org/
Saint-Charles-de-Drummond
Saint-Charles-de-Drummond
St-Charles-de-Drummond is located north east of Drummondville in the Drummond RCM and has a population of 5000. From the home
page users can access a bulletin board complete with a scrolling text providing information on various municipal services. A what's
new section (nouveautés) contains the latest information along with a search engine which allows on-site searches. A history and
profile section (historique et profil) provides a brief history of the municipality and provides some tables containing demographic
and economic statistics. Members of municipal council are pictured and thumbnail sketches of their respective responsibilities
appear. The various services and by-laws are described along with the associations and organizations of the municipality.
(1999-11-28, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.municipalite.st-charles.qc.ca/
Saint-Colomban
Municipalité de Saint-Colomban
The Municipality of Saint-Colomban is located in the Laurentian Region 45 kilometers from Montreal. The Internet site contains a
history and numerous photos of the municipality and its country along with a "photo of the month" sent in by citizens. Surfers can
read a description of the town and a map of the region which you can zoom in on to locate Saint-Colomban. A description of
activities, a schedule of tourist events and a list of existing organizations and businesses have been provided. The site also
contains a "virtual journal of local information" called Le Colombanois and a series of hypertext links with government and tourist
sites.
(2000-02-18, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
.http://www.st-colomban.qc.ca/
Saint-David-de-Falardeau
Saint-David-de-Falardeau
A municipality of 2,000 inhabitants in the Upper Saguenay region, Saint-David-de-Falardeau is situated a bit more than 20 km
from Chicoutimi. The Internet site offers a history of the municipality. One finds, as well, in table form, a list of businesses and
activities with their coordinates as well as a list of businesses connected to tourist activities. A list of cultural and municipal
organizations is available as well as the description of the mission of organizations such the Optimist Club, the Youth Center and
the Community Action Group. There are many lake associations in Saint-David-de-Falardeau and the site lists several contacts. There
is a hyperlink with the Upper Saguenay CFDC's site.
(1999-06-15, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
.http://pages.infinit.net/falardau/
Saint-Élie
Municipalité de St-Élie
The Internet site of this tiny municipality in the Mauricie region contains background information describing the armories and a
list of firms, businesses and services in the region. Hypertext links have been provided to certain sites. Surfers will find
information on the main tourist attractions in the region such as the "Tipi du passant" (Teepee and Breakfast) which provides a
package including one night in a teepee and a breakfast you can enjoy at the Café la Pierre angulaire or in your teepee, a historic
day in a cadorette and access to bicycle paths. The site also provides a detailed description of the "Le Calvaire de
Saint-Élie-de-Caxton" which includes historical information on the site and a few photos.
(1999-11-14, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.saint-elie.net/
Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger
Municipalité de Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger
A municipality with a population of 328, Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger is situated a few kilometers from Rivière-du-Loup in the
Lower Saint Lawrence region. This site greets us with a brief history relating the municipality's closing in 1891 and continues with
a geographic description and a list of the various services and associations. Information is provided on the person considered the
pride of Saint-François-Xavier-de-Viger, Marco Viger, 1998 Canadian motocross champion along with a few photographs showing his
prowess.
(2000-04-01, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://geocities.com/RainForest/Wetlands/1580/index.html
Saint-Fulgence
Municipalité de Saint-Fulgence
The site of Saint-Fulgence, a small municipality in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, presents its coat of arms and a brief history of
the municipality. Visitors to the site have access to an inventory of the organizations and businesses in the area, and a hypertext
link is provided with the site of the Société d'Aide au Développement des Collectivités du Fjord (SADC). Links with the main search
engines are also available. The site was last updated several months ago.
(1999-10-03, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.st-fulgence.qc.ca/municipal/accueil.htm
Saint-Germain de Grantham
Saint-Germain de Grantham
The internet site of the municipality of Saint-Germain de Grantham is a short one. First, one is greeted with an invitation to a
number of disco evenings aimed at young people from 11 to 16 years of age. There is also access to older events, some dating back to
1998. The site provides information on farming in this municipality located in the Mauricie-Bois-Francs region and on the
industrial and commercial sectors with a link to a list of the region's commercial and industrial establishments. Community
organizations are also described and the members of the municipal council are presented. The site contains many photographs of the
region.
(1999-11-02, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.st-germain.info/
Saint-Jérôme
Saint-Jérôme
A city of close to 24,000 inhabitants, Saint Jerome is situated in the Laurentians some 30 minutes from Montreal. Its Internet
site contains some statistical information on the population of the city called "Regional Capital of the Laurentians". The municipal
council is presented along with photographs of the mayor and the councillors, a directory of municipal services and a list of
economic and cultural "partners". There are hypertext links to a few of its organizations. The main tourist attractions are
described and illustrated with many photographs. The site also offers a few geographical maps of the region and the city.
(1999-08-05, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.saint-jerome.qc.ca/
Saint-Laurent
Saint-Laurent (Borough)
The city of Saint-Laurent is situated at the centre of Montreal Island. The site states that this second largest industrial city
in Quebec is one of the most important high technology centres in Canada. A site map serves as a guide and many drop-down menus help
find the information. The surfer is provided with many research tools which are helpful in locating for example a firm placed in
various directories or for finding a vacant industrial site. There is a form that businesses can use to register in the directories,
and businesses also have access to the industrial sub-contracting directory. Also on the sight are the details of the city of
Saint-Laurent renewal program. City services are described and the various members of the city council are introduced with access to
their personal e-mail. Communiqués, photographs of the city, many geographical maps and a plethora of other information items make
this a comprehensive and highly informative site. There is a hypertext link with the twin city of Lethbridge, Alberta.
(1999-06-07, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.ville.saint-laurent.qc.ca/
Saint-Nicéphore
Saint-Nicéphore
The town St-Nicéphore is located east of Drummondville in Mauricie, and its 9,250 residents make it the second most populated
town in the Drummond RCM. The Internet site contains demographic information on the population, complete with tables and statistical
graphs. Maps of St-Nicéphore and its region are also provided. Information on the economic development of the town is included, and
there are links to the Berges Saint-François development project. Municipal services and the St-Nicéphore bulletin board known as
"Le bec du Canard" provides a comparative table on how construction has evolved since 1998, statistics on the selective collection
and various municipal information which could be of interest to residents.
(1999-11-14, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://ville.st-nicephore.qc.ca/
Saint-Pierre
Ville de saint-Pierre
Saint-Pierre is situated on the territory of the Montreal Urban Community. With the help of a few maps, its Internet site
provides information on its history, its coat of arms and its geographical location. There are photographs of the members of the
municipal council, and municipal services are described along with the main by-laws. A catalogue of community and economic partners
is also available. The site had not been updated when we visited and the information on the dates of municipal council meetings, the
budget and the calendar of events were those of 1999.
(2000-05-15, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.cum.qc.ca/saint-pierre/
Saint-Sauveur-des-monts
Saint-Sauveur-des-Monts
"For technical and geographic reasons", the Internet sites of Saint-Sauveur-des-Monts (village), Saint-Sauveur (parish) and
Piedmont are featured at this site. These municipalities are nestled in the heart of the Laurentians. Three maps are available on
site. They show the Laurentians, Saint-Sauveur and vicinity and the Village of Saint-Sauveur. Each of the Town Halls are described
as are the various services they provide. Net surfers can bring up a guide of municipal information, the texts of minutes, a summary
of the annual budget and numerous photos classified according to season. The site also contains an inventory of various
establishments relating to lodging, restaurants, entertainment, real estate and professional services. Several hypertext links
connect visitors to the site with these businesses.
(2000-02-29, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English.
http://www.ville.saint-sauveur.qc.ca/
Saint-Stanislas
Municipalité de St-Stanislas
The Internet site of this municipality in the Mauricie region (population 1174) displays a picturesque photo of the municipality
and an aerial view of the town. A description of the armories and historical information are provided along with photos of
yesteryear on the site. An inventory of various businesses and organizations and various services offered to citizens of
Saint-Stainslas greet surfers. The main tourist attractions are described. Information on the Festival des Deux Rivières de
St-Stanislas, le Parc de la Rivière Batiscan and la Ferme La Bisonnière has been made available. There are links to the sites of
École St-Gabriel de St-Stanislas, the SADCs of the Batiscan valley and those of provincial and federal departments.
(1999-11-14, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Lane/6597/
Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade
Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade
The home page of the municipality of Sainte-Anne-de-la-Pérade site sports its coat of arms and its floral emblem. The mayor and
the municipal councillors are presented, complete with their respective responsibilities in this small municipality of 3,141 in the
Mauricie region. Tourist attractions are described, mainly the church, Atlantic tomcod fishing and the Manoir
Madeleine-de-Verchères, which attract numerous visitors. A regional map from the site of the Fédération Québécoise des Municipalités
and a map of highways 159 and 354 appear. Information on services and infrastructures is available along with a historical
description which provides the highlights in the development of the municipality. Several historical and current photos appear on
site.
(1999-12-14, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.sainteannedelaperade.com/
Shawinigan
City of Shawinigan
Not surprisingly, the site of the city of Shawinigan presents an overall view of the city. Information of a general nature does
not require that the site be updated regularly. Included is the city history with period photographs, a text on the region's tourist
attractions, a short list of municipal services and a map giving the city's exact geographic location. The coat of arms and the flag
of the city are described and a section is reserved for the presentation of Her Majesty's Canadian Ship (HMCS) Shawinigan. A
hypertext link with National Defence is offered but doesn't seem to work.
(1999-06-07, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
Not all of the information is available in English.
http://www.ville.shawinigan.qc.ca/
Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke
The City of Sherbrooke site is presently under construction. It should be accessible during the first months of 1999. For now,
the site offers hypertext links with three municipal organizations: the Éva-Sénécal Municipal Library with everything the library
offers in terms of information and services; Sherbrooke Hydro with an exclusive form for registration or a change of address; and
with the "Healthy City" organization whose guide and resource directory can be downloaded in the WordPerfect format.
(1999-04-01, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
Some sections are available in English
http://ville.sherbrooke.qc.ca/en/index.html
Shipshaw
Shipshaw
The surfer is greeted by movement upon arrival on the site of the municipality of Shipshaw. To capture the animation, an updated
version of the navigator is required along with the shockwave software which can be downloaded. Shipshaw is a municipality of the
Lac-Saint-Jean region with a population of almost 3,000. Its Internet site contains a brief history with a list of the mayors of the
municipality and a few important dates in its development. There are a few tables describing community and municipal organizations,
tourist enterprises and the industries and commercial establishments in Shipshaw.
(1999-10-25, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.cybernaute.com/rivage/
St-Charles-de-Bourget
St-Charles-de-Bourget
Situated on the shores of the Saguenay River, St-Charles-de-Bourget has a population of 711. The site first describes the coat
of arms then gives a history of the village, taken from the book by Louise Ouellet called, St-Charles de Bourget: Cent ans de la vie
d'un village [St-Charles-de-Bourget: One Hundred Years in the Life of a Village]. A guided tour with photographs and short
descriptive texts reveals this rural municipality as basically an agricultural community. The site has a list of organizations,
companies and stores in Saint-Charles and a description of its main festivities and other annual activities.
(Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://saglac.qc.ca/~bourget/accueil.html
St-Eugène-de-Ladrière
St-Eugène-de-Ladrière
The site of the Lower St. Lawrence municipality of St-Eugène-de-Ladrière was set up in cooperation with the Centre Intervoie as
a Community Access Project (CAP) of the Canadian Department of Commerce. There is therefore information on Internet access services,
business hours and prices, and thanks to volunteers. We are greeted on the site by a word from the Mayor of St-Eugène-de-Ladrière.
There is a list of businesses and organizations operating in this municipality with a population of 500, a history of religious
events and information on the services and the coat of arms. There are hypertext links with Industry Canada, the Eastern Quebec
Federation of Senior Citizens and the official site of the Cercles des fermières du Québec the [Quebec Association of Farmers'
Wives].
(1999-09-19, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ladriere.qc.ca/
St-Honoré
Municipalité de St-Honoré
St-Honoré is a municipality with a population of 3,800 situated in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region a few kilometers from
Chicoutimi. The internet site of this little municipality is quite lively and has much information which is updated regularly and
whenever required. It provides a description of municipal services and their respective activities, a "before and after" description
of the population, a tourist section describing the main points of attraction and popular activities along with a list of shops and
businesses. There is also a section entitled "Pour le citoyen" [For the citizen] which has documents related to life in the
municipality. It is also possible to consult the municipal journal and its files, either recent or archived and the minutes of the
sessions of the Council. The site has many photographs and a road map of the region.
(1999-10-17, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.sthonore.qc.ca/
Sutton
Sutton
Situated in the Eastern Townships, the Township and the City of Sutton are both represented on this site. There is a welcome
from both mayors. Under "New" we are told of community events and activities being held at both the Township and City levels. There
is also information on municipal services and regulations, the Municipal Council and the cultural life of both communities. There is
a common section on tourism with the main tourist attractions and sports activities. A list of various restaurants and lodging
accommodations is offered and an index helps the surfer to easily find the information he or she needs. Surfing is also made easier
by a "Help" section and by advice for surfers regarding hardware configuration among other things.
(2000-01-27, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in English and French.
http://www.sutton-info.qc.ca/engl/0000.htm#ht
Thetford Mines
Thetford Mines
Simple but attractive in structure, the site of the City of Thetford Mines presents first a welcome from the mayor. It then
moves on to a presentation of the city's logo and coat of arms. The history of the city is presented in a series of important dates.
There is a description of the main industries and a hypertext link with the local development centre of the RCM of l'Amiante. The
region is presented through its tourist activities and its festivals. There are sites on asbestos tourism, one on the Musée
Minéralogique et minier [Mineralogy and Mining Museum] and the festival de la Relève [Next Generation Festival]. A heading called
What's new presents press releases, but the page was empty when visited. It is, however, possible to consult a schedule of the
activities available in Thetford Mines.
(1999-06-08, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.courrierfrontenac.qc.ca/contenu/page_accueil.cfm
Victoriaville
Victoriaville
Victoriaville, which resulted from the amalgamation of Sainte-Victoire d'Arthabaska and Victoriaville, is located in the heart
of Quebec in the Bois-Francs region and has a population of close to 40,000. The Internet site presents the Municipal Council, the
1999 budget and various municipal services and detailed information on the garbage collection services. There is an up-to-date
schedule of activities, a map of the city and a bulletin board where messages to residents appear. There are numerous photos of the
region which users can click on to enlarge. An address book provides Net surfers with links to other sites in the region such as the
Chamber of Commerce and the Bois-Francs school board. A map of the site is available and can be used to navigate easily on the site.
(1999-11-22, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://www.ville.victoriaville.qc.ca/frames.html
Yamachiche
Yamachiche
Upon arriving at the site of the municipality of Yamachiche, the surfer is greeted with a quiz (answers are included on the
site). There is a section on municipal affairs which presents the current and former councils, the monthly municipal bulletins
dating back to April 1999, the list of employees and statistical tables with a profile of the population. Located 20 minutes from
Trois-Rivières, the municipality has a population of 3,025. The site offers a map of the Maskinongé region and many photographs of
Yamachiche. The surfer can send a "virtual postcard" with a choice of eight photographs of the municipality. There is an historical
section with subsections on toponymy and geology. The site has much more information such as an electronic directory with residents'
e-mail addresses, an updated classified ads section, a list of commercial and industrial establishments, a section on agriculture
and one entitled "Quoi de neuf?" (What's new?). A site plan makes surfing easier.
(1999-10-25, Suzie Charbonneau, Librarian, Quebec
suziecharbonneau@hotmail.com)
Site available in French.
http://municipalite.yamachiche.qc.ca/
Copyright © 2002
Anita Cannon and Public Works and Government Services Canada
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