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Rimouski, Maritime research city in Bas-Saint-Laurent, Canada

The city extends along the southern shore of the Saint Lawrence River, featuring a waterfront promenade that overlooks Saint-Barnabé Island.

René Lepage de Sainte-Claire established the settlement in 1696, marking the beginning of French colonial development in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region.

The Salon du Livre de Rimouski, established in 1964, stands as Quebec's longest-running literary event, bringing together authors and readers annually.

The municipal territory includes multiple districts from Le Bic to Pointe-au-Père, with winter parking regulations enforced from November through April.

The Site historique maritime presents exhibits about the RMS Empress of Ireland shipwreck, preserving maritime heritage at Pointe-au-Père lighthouse station.

Location: Rimouski-Neigette

Inception: 1696

Founders: René Lepage de Sainte-Claire

Shares border with: Saint-Fabien, Saint-Valérien, Saint-Narcisse-de-Rimouski, Saint-Marcellin, Saint-Anaclet-de-Lessard, Sainte-Luce

Website: http://ville.rimouski.qc.ca

GPS coordinates: 48.45000,-68.53333

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:07

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