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(Nativité-de-Notre-Dame-de-Becancour) (Saint-Edouard-de-Gentilly)

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Bécancour, Nicolet, Québec, Canada - Bécancour, Nicolet, Québec, Canada - Église de Saint-Édouard-de-Gentilly, est. 1825 865, av. des Hirondelles, Bécancour, QUÉBEC Source: Google maps

Positioned on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River, Bécancour is an industrial town with a focus on energy production and metallurgy.

In October, the community of Bécancour, Quebec, hollow out their largest pumpkins and carve them into boats for the annual regatta on the Bécancour River, known as Potirothon. cbc.ca

Bécancour is one of the oldest settlements along the St. Lawrence. Its foundation dates back to 1647. The canonical erection took place in 1722. Its name comes from the name of Pierre Robineau de Bécancour. grandquebec.com



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Bécancour, Nicolet, Québec, Canada - Église de Saint-Édouard-de-Gentilly, est. 1825
865, av. des Hirondelles, Bécancour, QUÉBEC
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Église de Saint-Édouard-de-Gentilly, est. 1825
865, av. des Hirondelles, Bécancour, QUÉBEC
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Bécancour, Nicolet, Québec, Canada - Church - Gentilly
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Bécancour, Nicolet, Québec, Canada - Église du Précieux-Sang, est. 1903
7525, Route du Missouri, Bécancour, QUÉBEC
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Église du Précieux-Sang, est. 1903
7525, Route du Missouri, Bécancour, QUÉBEC
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Bécancour, Nicolet, Québec, Canada - Restaurant
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1647 - Seigniory (Becancour) granted April 16, 1647, to Sieur de Becancour

1669 to 1672 - Becancour - The first French missionary contact with the local Abenaki occurred in 1669, and a permanent European settlement was established 3 years later.

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1681 - Becancour parish opened

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Becancour
Bécancour, QC, city, pop 11 134 (2006c), 11 051 (2001c), inc 1965. Bécancour is located almost directly opposite Trois-Rivières on the south shore of the St Lawrence River at its junction with the Rivière Bécancour. The result of the merger of 11 rural municipalities, Bécancour covers a vast expanse of territory recognized for its beauty. Although overwhelmingly French in origin, the population includes a small Irish community which dates from the 1840s.

The city is named for René Robineau de Bécancour, who led an expedition against the Iroquois in 1696. The first French missionary contact with the local Abenaki occurred in 1669, and a permanent European settlement was established 3 years later. In 1702, a small fort was erected on the site to protect against Iroquois attack.

Several sawmills were built in the 19th century, but these did not survive the Great Depression of the 1930s. Bécancour's traditionally rural and agricultural character began to give way in the 1960s to... Read MORE...

1702 - Becancour - In 1702, a small fort was erected on the site to protect against Iroquois attack.

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1716 - Parishes of La Nativite de Notre Dame and St. Pierre de Becancour are established

Guide to Quebec Catholic Parishes and Published Parish Marriage Records, Compiled Jeanne Sauve White
1722 - Église de la Nativité de la Bienheureuse Vierge Marie established at Bécancour

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1802 - Église de Saint-Grégoire established at Bécancour

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1825 - Église de Saint-Édouard-de-Gentilly established at Bécancour

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1832 - BECANCOUR,
seigniory, in the co. of Nicolet, is bounded S.W. by Godefroi, N.E. by fief Dutord and by the townships of Aston and Maddington in the rear. 2 1/ 4 l. in front by 2 in depth. Granted April 16, 1647, to Sieur de Becancour, and now the property of the heirs of the late Lieut. Col. Bruere, Etienne Le Blanc, Esq. and Ezekiel Hart, Esq. The lands, conceded prior to 1759, pay a quit-rent of one livre and a capon for one arpent in front by 30 in depth, subject to the obligation of grinding corn at the seignorial mill, the right of pre-emption, droit de retrait, and a reservation as to timber. Three-forths of the property belonging to Mr. Le Blanc, being conceded priors to 1759, are, consequently, held under these conditions. Much higher terms are now demanded for the unconceded lands. - Towards the St. Lawrence the S. is flat and of an excellent and exuberant soil, producing good hemp and flax. - The timber is not much entitled to notice, the lowlands affording none but of the most inferior... Read MORE...

1845 - Église de Sainte-Gertrude established at Bécancour

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1859
A seigniory lying along the lower part of the Becancour river (in Lower Canada); about 7 m. long and 6 m. in breadth. Pop. 2,752.
A Gazetteer of the World: Or, Dictionary of Geographical Knowledge, Publisher A. Fullarton, 1859
1868 - Église de Sainte-Angèle-de-Laval established at Bécancour

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1873
BECANCOUR, the chief town of Nicolet co., Que., is situated at the mouth of the Becancour river, 5 miles from Doucet's, 7 miles from Three Rivers. It contains 1 grist mill, 1 saw mill, telegraph office, 1 hotel, 10 stores, and a Roman Catholic church, and has a large trade in lumber, hay, and flour. Pop. 500.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873
1892 - Becancour, Que. - The bridge across the Becancour river at this point was carried away by ice last night.

Saginaw News
Saginaw, Michigan
April 7, 1892
1895 - Becancour
Becancour, the chief town of Nicolet co., Quebec, is at the mouth of the Becancour River, 80 miles S.W. of Quebec. It has several mills, and a large trade. Pop. 600.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott
1903 - Église du Précieux-Sang established at Bécancour

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Here's a list of things to do and places to go in and around Bécancour:
Bécancour Waterfront: Begin your exploration of Bécancour by taking a stroll along the picturesque waterfront. Enjoy the views of the Saint Lawrence River and take in the fresh air.

Bécancour Historical Society Museum (Musée société historique de Bécancour): Learn about the rich history of Bécancour and the surrounding region at this museum. It features exhibits, artifacts, and documents that tell the story of the area.

Bécancour Golf Club (Club de golf Bécancour): If you're a golf enthusiast, tee off at the Bécancour Golf Club, which offers a challenging 18-hole course set amidst beautiful landscapes.

Bécancour Marina: If you enjoy boating or simply want to admire the boats, visit the Bécancour Marina. It's a great place to relax and watch the sailboats and yachts.

Sainte-Angèle-de-Laval Church: This historic church dates back to the 18th century and is a stunning example of Québec's religious heritage. The architecture and interior are worth exploring.

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