Mattawa, River trade post town in Nipissing District, Canada
Located at the intersection of the Mattawa and Ottawa Rivers, this northeastern Ontario settlement forms a vital transportation connection between waterways.
The Northwest Company founded Mattawa House in 1784, establishing a primary trade center that facilitated commerce throughout the surrounding region.
French Canadian railroad workers who arrived in 1881 established permanent residences in Mattawa, shaping the local traditions and community character.
The municipal office at 160 Water Street manages services for 1,881 residents across 3.67 square kilometers of developed northeastern Ontario terrain.
Mattawa made Canadian political history by electing Firmin Monestime as the country's first Black mayor in 1963, marking a milestone in leadership.
Location: Nipissing District
Shares border with: Mattawan
Website: https://mattawa.ca
GPS coordinates: 46.31667,-78.70000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:24
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