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En Route to Sept-Îles

   |   By Nathalie Katinakis

Nestled between land and sea, Sept-Îles offers a unique tourism experience combining industrial history and natural beauty. Among other things, this city in Côte-Nord boasts a rich Innu heritage and easy access to wild spaces. Discover this outdoor destination by visiting the many local attractions, from the Promenade du Vieux-Quai boardwalk to the Sept Îles Archipelago. You will be delighted by all this area has to offer!

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En Route to Memories: 5 Cultural Activities to Add to Your Road Trip Itinerary

   |   By Anne-Josée Pineau

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the 19th century in the company of British soldiers by visiting the Fort Ingall interpretation site. This authentic reconstruction of a campaign fortress built in Témiscouata in 1839 gives you the opportunity to learn all about a border conflict between Canada and the United States at that time. In addition to visiting the exhibitions with interpreter guides dressed in period military uniforms (or with the new audio guide), you can also watch musket- and cannon-firing demonstrations. If you’re over 18 years old, you can even try to fire a musket or cannon yourself. Learn how to handle a Brown Bess safely before you fire it and/or feel the shockwaves of firing a cannon!

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In the Footsteps of the First Nations Peoples in Eastern Québec

   |   By Anne-Josée Pineau

First Nations peoples are the first known inhabitants of the maritime regions of Québec. While visiting our regions, you’ll have many opportunities to learn more about their rich heritage and vibrant cultures. Participate in interpretive activities to find out more about the history, traditions and ways of life of these communities.

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First Nations People in Côte-Nord: Meet the Innu

   |   By Marine Grimaud

When you visit the immense territory of Côte-Nord, on the north shore of the St. Lawrence, you’ll notice that many place names have an exotic ring. This is because they derive from Innu-aimun, the language spoken by the Innu people. Seven of the nine Innu communities in Québec are found in Côte-Nord.

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[VIDEO] Sept-Îles: A Preview of Your Summer Vacation!

   |   By Marie-Eve Lagacé

For a summer vacation that combines outdoor activities and cultural discoveries, head to Sept-Îles, in Côte-Nord! Enjoy an excursion to the Sept Îles Archipelago or discover Indigenous culture by visiting the Vieux-Poste. Watch our video for a preview of what awaits you during your stay!

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What to See and Do on Vacation in Sept-Îles

   |   By Nathalie Le Coz

Sept-Îles, which is the regional capital of Côte-Nord, is surrounded by dense boreal forest as far as the eye can see, sprinkled with lakes and rivers. Tucked around a bay and protected by an archipelago full of seabirds, the city looks towards the sea from the Promenade du Vieux-Quai, a boardwalk along the water.

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