Granby

Granby is a town in the La Haute-Yamaska region, situated about 64 kilometers west of Montreal along the Yamaska Nord River. The community is bordered by farmland and residential areas, with public services centered around the main municipal office.

The land was granted to Colonel Henry Caldwell in 1803, marking the beginning of European settlement in the area. John Horner's sawmill, started in 1813, became the first major operation and attracted other businesses and residents to grow the community.

The town's identity is rooted in manufacturing, with textile mills and furniture factories having shaped how residents lived and worked for generations. These industries connected the community and left visible marks on the streetscape and local memory.

Administrative offices are located on Rue Principale, where you can find government services and local information. This central location makes it convenient to access what you need when visiting or settling in the community.

The Granby Zoo ranks among Canada's largest animal parks and draws visitors from across the region seeking a full day of exploration. Lac Boivin offers a separate attraction with walking paths and a designed waterfront that serves the local community.

Location: La Haute-Yamaska

Inception: January 1, 1859

Shares border with: Sainte-Cécile-de-Milton, Bromont, Shefford, Roxton Pond, Saint-Paul-d'Abbotsford, Ange-Gardien, Saint-Alphonse-de-Granby

Website: http://granby.ca

GPS coordinates: 45.40000,-72.73333

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:16