Chicoutimi

Chicoutimi is the largest borough of Saguenay, positioned where the Saguenay and Chicoutimi rivers meet. The area is surrounded by hills and valleys, with neighborhoods that serve as residential, commercial, and industrial zones.

Peter McLeod built a sawmill in 1842 and founded the settlement in 1845 as a center for wood processing. This beginning sparked industrial growth that would reshape the local landscape over the following decades.

The Université du Québec à Chicoutimi shapes local education and offers opportunities for students and researchers to work on projects. The institution brings intellectual activity and cultural events that connect people across the region.

The borough connects to other cities through Canadian National Railway, making travel and freight movement straightforward. Nearby airports also offer flights from distant locations, giving you options for getting in and out.

The Chicoutimi Pulp Company became Canada's largest maker of mechanical pulp and anchored the local economy for generations. The mill's influence shaped the townscape and left industrial heritage that visitors can still observe today.

Location: Saguenay

Inception: August 24, 1842

Founders: Peter McLeod

Website: https://ville.saguenay.ca/la-ville-et-vie-democratique/services-municipaux/bureaux-darrondissement/bureau-darrondissement-de-chicoutimi

GPS coordinates: 48.42778,-71.05917

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:22