Oka

Oka is a municipality in Quebec that spreads along the northwestern shore of Lake of Two Mountains, combining residential areas, forests, and farmland. The territory features lakefront access and a mix of rural development alongside natural spaces.

The area began in 1717 when the French governor granted a seigneury to the Montreal Seminary to establish a mission for Indigenous peoples. This founding purpose as a religious settlement shaped its early development.

The Abbey maintains a working cheese-making operation run by monks, shaping the area's spiritual and artisanal identity. Visitors can observe how monastic traditions continue to influence the local landscape and community character.

The municipality sits in the Laurentides region and offers local services accessible from the town center. Visitors can explore hiking trails, lakefront areas, and rural attractions at a relaxed pace without crowds.

The Calvary Mountain features seven prayer houses built between 1740 and 1742, forming North America's oldest pilgrimage route. These small chapels still stand and draw visitors tracing the region's religious history.

Location: Deux-Montagnes

Part of: Greater Montreal

Shares border with: Mirabel

Website: http://municipalite.oka.qc.ca

GPS coordinates: 45.46667,-74.08333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08