Old Chicoutimi Pulp Mill

The Old Chicoutimi Pulp Mill is a museum complex with stone buildings spread across roughly 30 hectares along the Chicoutimi River. The site features exhibition spaces and interpretation trails that explain how the factory operated and processed wood into pulp.

The mill was founded in 1896 and quickly became Canada's largest producer of mechanical wood pulp by 1910. At its peak in the 1920s, it employed over 1000 workers and drove the economic growth of the Saguenay region.

The site displays the Maison Arthur-Villeneuve with paintings depicting the lives and labor of people in this industrial region. This art collection tells stories of the workers and residents who shaped this community over time.

The grounds feature several well-maintained stone buildings with full wheelchair accessibility and guided tours to help you explore the site. Comfortable shoes are recommended since the location invites walking to discover different areas and learn how operations worked.

The mill won a gold medal at the 1900 Paris World Fair, a rare honor for a Canadian industrial facility. This recognition shows that the innovation and quality produced here were noticed on the international stage.

Location: Saguenay

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: La Pulperie de Chicoutimi

Phone: +18779983100

Website: https://pulperie.com/en

GPS coordinates: 48.42069,-71.08574

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:01