Sept-Îles, Industrial port city on Saint Lawrence River in Quebec, Canada
Description
Sept-Îles sits along the northern shore of the Saint Lawrence River, surrounded by seven islands that create a sheltered harbor for shipping. The city functions as a major loading point for raw materials and goods, with modern port facilities handling various types of cargo.
History
The settlement began in 1650 when French traders established a trading post and Jesuit mission, making it a center for fur trading. The 20th century brought major industrial growth, with aluminum smelters and other factories transforming the local economy.
Culture
The Shaputuan Museum displays exhibits about Innu traditions and ways of life, while the Clarke City Interpretive Centre tells the story of how industry shaped this region's growth.
Practical
Daily flights from Quebec City and rail service connect the city to other regions, while Route 138 links to the provincial road network. Visitors should be prepared for cold, windy winters and bring appropriate clothing for the season.
Did you know?
The Aluminerie Alouette is one of North America's largest aluminum smelters and shapes the region's economy and daily life. This massive facility has been central to the city's growth for decades, influencing where people live and work.
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Clarke City
18 km
Matamec Ecological Reserve
38.2 km
Vieux Poste de Sept-Îles
1.4 kmZec de la Rivière-Moisie
20.7 kmCorossol Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary
14.8 kmChute d'Amont
19.8 km
Sculptures de fer et sentiers en forêt
6.7 kmLa Grosse Chute
8.7 kmChute à l'Outarde
9.6 kmPont Donald-Gallienne
25.7 kmMusée régional de la Côte-Nord
595 mRéservoir Wabush
14 kmPont Peter-Wright
53.2 kmChute d'Aval
18.4 kmRapide du 12e Mille
17.5 kmChute du Moulin
18.4 kmRapides au Canard
29.5 kmChute au Bouleau
18.9 kmPlage Sainte-Marguerite
15.1 kmChute du Cran de Fer
8.3 kmPonceau Gabrielle-Roy
9.8 kmRéserve naturelle de la Plaine-Checkley
13.4 kmGolf Sainte-Marguerite
17.6 kmLa Tente Jaune
1.2 kmPetit théâtre
585 mSalle de spectacle Jean-Marc Dion
560 mPlage Monaghan
5.9 kmWork of art
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