Outaouais, Administrative region in western Quebec, Canada.
The Outaouais territory extends over 30,469 square kilometers along the Ottawa River, containing numerous lakes, forests, and wetlands throughout its northern sections.
The region developed rapidly in the early 1800s when Philemon Wright established a settlement in Hull and initiated substantial timber trade operations along the Ottawa River.
Educational institutions like the Cégep de l'Outaouais and Université du Québec en Outaouais provide academic programs to both French and English-speaking populations in the region.
The region encompasses four regional county municipalities and 67 local municipalities, with Gatineau serving as the administrative center for government services and commerce.
The territory maintains strong connections to federal administration due to its location adjacent to Ottawa, while preserving its distinct Quebec provincial identity and regulations.
Location: Quebec
Capital city: Gatineau
Shares border with: Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Mauricie, Laurentides
Website: http://outaouais.gouv.qc.ca
GPS coordinates: 45.78333,-75.08333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:02
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