History of Portneuf, Québec, Canada

The seigneury of Port Neuf (spelled separately in 17th and 18th century documents) was also one of the first erected in Canada in 1636.
Its name testifies to the location of the community at the mouth of the river and whose development began in 1636.
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1647 - Barony (Portneuf) granted April 16, 1647 to Sieur de Croisille
It is also said that Jacques Leneuf de la Poterie, deputy governor of Trois-Rivières from 1645 to 1662, owner of the seigniory from 1647, added part of his name to form the Portneuf appellation.
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1832 - PORTNEUF,
barony, in the co. of Portneuf, is bounded N.E. by the S. of Jacques Cartier; S.W. by Deschambault; in the rear by Perthuis; in front by the St. Lawrence. - 1 1/ 2 league in breadth by 3 in depth. Granted, April 16, 1647, to Sieur de Croisille; it now belongs to the convent of the Hotel-Dieu at Quebec, but is let on a long lease to Messrs. Colman and Co. - This is a fine and valuable estate, the land fertile, and the part under tillage in a good state of cultivation: the soil is a light sandy earth mixed with clay, and in many places a good black mould upon a bed of clay. - The timber in the rear is a mixture of the middling sorts, but along the banks of the River Portneuf some very good pine may be collected. This river and several small streams water the property. At a small distance up the R. Portneuf, on the W. side, are the valuable corn and saw mills of Edward Hale, Esq., most conveniently and agreeably seated near the main road, whence the ground rises almost in the form of an... Read MORE...

1850 - Canadian Cold
The Quebec Gazette says that at Portneuf, Canada, on Tuesday, the 5th day of Feb. the thermometer went down to 52 degrees below zero, and that during the entire day it was below 40!
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Maryland
February 21, 1850

1859 - Portneuf
PORTNEUF, a settlement of Canada, on the St. Lawrence, 20 m. SW of Quebec.
A Gazetteer of the World: Or, Dictionary of Geographical Knowledge, Publisher A. Fullarton, 1859

1861 - Église de Notre-Dame-des-Sept-Douleurs established at Portneuf

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1873
PORTNEUF, a county of Quebec, on the N. shore of the St Lawrence, has an area of 4,643,899 acres. It is watered by the River St, Maurice and numerous small streams Capital. Cap Sauté. Pop 23,216

PORTNEUF, a flourishing post village of Quebec, in the co of Portneuf, situated at the entrance of the Portncut River into the River St, Lawrence, 36 miles above Quebec It contains a telegraph office, 2 paper mills saw, flour and carding mills, a nail factory, 2 hotels, and 7 or 8 stores Pop. 800.
Lovell's gazetteer of British North America; J. Lovell; Montreal, 1873

1874 - Quebec, August 7. - The inhabitants of Portneuf have been greatly terrified recently by rumblings and earth heavings in that vicinity. Many have left their homes.

Weekly Journal Miner
Arizona
August 14, 1874

1885 - Canadian Towns which are Infected
The State Board of Health of Maine announces, that besides Montreal and its suburbs, the following named places in the Province of Quebec are affected with small-pox; Batiscan, Oct. 22, 7 families; Bersenels, below Tadousac, Nov 6, 4 families; Cap St. Ignace, Oct. 29, 50 cases, Chambly, Oct 27, 2 cases; Grondines, Oct. 18, several deaths; Lachine, Nov. 4, another new case, Laprairie, Oct. 22, 1 child died and 3 sick, L'Islet, Oct. 29, 6 cases; Longueuil, Nov. 3, 7 cases, have been 20 in all, Lorette, Oct 28, six cases; Maissonneuve, Oct. 31; Mascouche, Oct 31; Montmagny, Oct 29, one case; Ottawa, Nov. 6, several cases; Pointe aux Trembles, Port Neuf, Oct. 29, six cases, Riviere du Loup, Oct 23 ten cases, Rimouski, Oct, 21, 8 cases, St Francis, Temisconata Co, Nov 7, 7 cases, St Joseph de Levis, Oct 31, St. Lambert, Nov 3, 1 case, St. I in, Nov. 5; St. Martin, Oct 27 2 houses, St. Michel, Oct. 27, 4 deaths recently, St. Paschal, Oct 23 3 cases; St. Remi, Oct 27, 2 houses, St Roch, Nov. ... Read MORE...

The sawmill industry experienced progress when J.-Alphonse Lemay used a circular saw in 1887 and resorted to steam as motive power.

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1895 - Portneuf
PORTNEUF, a county of Quebec, on the north shore of the St. Lawrence, has an area of 1,068,800 acres. It is watered by the River St. Maurice and numerous small streams. Capital, Cap Sante. Pop. in 1871, 23,216; in 1891, 25,815.
Crossby, Peter Alfred. Lovell's gazetteer of British North America. (John Lovell & Son)., 1895

1895 - Portneuf
Portneuf, a post-village of Quebec, co, of Portneuf, at the entrance of the Portneuf River into the river St. Lawrence, 36 miles above Quebec. It has 2 paper-mills, saw-, flour-, and carding-mills, a nail-factory, hotels, and 7 or 8 stores. Pop. 800.
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

1906
Portneuf, a post-village of Portneuf co., Quebec, at the entrance of the Portneuf River into the river St. Lawrence, 36 miles above Quebec It has paper, saw, and flour-mills, etc. Pop. about 400.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

2023 - Whether you're a nature enthusiast, history buff, or simply looking for a relaxing getaway, Portneuf has something to offer everyone. Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Portneuf, Quebec:
Vallée Bras-du-Nord: This regional park is a paradise for outdoor lovers. You can go hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, and even try your hand at rock climbing. The park offers well-maintained trails that will take you through lush forests and along picturesque rivers.

Parc de la Chute-Sainte-Anne: Located just a short drive from Portneuf, this park is home to a stunning waterfall that cascades 74 meters into a rocky gorge. There are walking trails, suspension bridges, and a thrilling zipline experience that will take you right over the falls.

La Seigneurie des Aulnaies: Explore the historical heritage of the region at this beautiful estate. The main attraction is the 18th-century manor house, which offers guided tours. The gardens and grounds are also worth a visit, especially during the summer months.

Kayaking on the Rivière Sainte-Anne: Paddle down the scenic Rivière Sainte-Anne, which offers both calm sections and exciting rapids for kayaking enthusiasts. You can rent... Read MORE...