In the 17th and 18th centuries, after their defeat by the Iroquois, Wendat people settled in the seigneury of Bourg-Louis and nearby townships. They hunted, fished and picked berries there.
The town at a glance
RCMPortneuf
Central Portneuf25 km north of Donnacona
Life in Saint-Raymond
The vibe
A small regional capital surrounded by forests, lakes and rivers, popular for outdoor activities.
The housing
Single-family homes downtown and in residential areas, lakeside homes, and a few apartment buildings near the centre.
Nearby
Centre multifonctionnel Rolland-Dion · Sainte-Anne River · Réserve faunique des Laurentides
Good to know
The territory covers 693.6 km² and several areas are far from downtown. A car is almost essential, especially in winter.
Landmarks
- Vallée Bras-du-Nord
- Lac Sept-Îles
- Jacques-Cartier–Portneuf bike path
History
The history of Saint-Raymond
- 1830Settlers arrive from L’Ancienne-Lorette
- 1842Parish of Saint-Raymond-Nonnat founded
- 1898Village of Saint-Raymond created
- 1905Hamlet of Chute-Panet founded
- 1995Village and parish merged
Settlers from L’Ancienne-Lorette arrived in 1830. The Catholic parish of Saint-Raymond-Nonnat was founded around 1842. Its name honours Raymond Nonnat, a Catalan cardinal. The civil parish was established in 1845.
In 1898, the village separated from the parish municipality. In 1905, the hamlet of Chute-Panet grew up around the Compagnie de papier Saint-Raymond. In 1958, the parish dropped “Nonnat” from its name.
On March 29, 1995, the village and the parish merged to form the town of Saint-Raymond. The former railway line to Rivière-à-Pierre and Lac Saint-Jean has become a bike path. Wood and leather remain central to the local economy.
Frequently asked questions about Saint-Raymond
Where is Saint-Raymond?
In the centre of the Portneuf RCM, in the Capitale-Nationale region, 25 km north of Donnacona. It is sometimes called Saint-Raymond-de-Portneuf.
What can you do in the Vallée Bras-du-Nord?
The valley is about 10 km north of town. You can go canoeing, kayaking, hiking and mountain biking. A local co-operative manages the site.
Why is Saint-Raymond called the “Ville de l’automobile”?
The nickname comes from the large number of car dealerships in town.
How do I find an apartment for rent in Saint-Raymond?
Rental units managed by Lease Lane in Saint-Raymond will soon be listed on the site, along with the online rental application. In the meantime, Cléo can notify you as soon as a unit is posted.
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