Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve

Aboriginal Heritage

Photo: Innu camp ©Marie-Andrée Landry/Tourisme Sept-Îles

The Aboriginals were the first people known to occupy the area that became Québec maritime. Several Aboriginal communities are still established here. Through their knowledge and the many archaeological digs conducted throughout the years, you can come into contact with a way of life inspired by traditions and beliefs that are still relevant today. This is an opportunity to discover a fascinating culture!

Testimonials about Aboriginal Heritage

April 2010

MotoVirée

Explore Scenic Drives by Motorcycle!

"Discover a tourism destination where roads run alongside the sea, mountains, valleys and rivers in a region dotted with rest areas, scenic lookouts and great gourmet finds." Read more »
A Small Bay among Giants

"The best thing about Tadoussac, however, is this feeling of well-being that comes over you when you are here. In these surroundings, between the water, the mountains and the village, the air you breathe is pure and you really feel as though you are living in the present moment." Read more »

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Highlights

Essipit Cruises
Participating in an Essipit cruise also means meeting the Montagnais. Come and discover our history, traditions and cultural identity as Aboriginal people during all our whale-watching excursions.
Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park
Visit the Archéo Topo Centre in Les Bergeronnes to learn more about how Aboriginal peoples lived on the banks of the St. Lawrence and Saguenay rivers some 8000 years ago. This rich history is an important part of Québec and Canadian heritage.
Bic National Park
Long before the arrival of European explorers, Aboriginal people roamed this land. Archeological digs have uncovered remains of several of their encampments, some dating back 8000 years, leaving no doubt as to the Aboriginal presence in Le Bic.

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