| Brownsburg-Chatham
Brownsburg bears the mark of three industries: wood, minerals and explosives. Today the Brownsburg sector distinguishes itself architecturally through the numerous rural homes and sophisticated residences originally belonging to English-speaking political leaders.
Tel : 450-533-6687
secretariat@brownsburgchatham.ca
www.brownsburgchatham.ca
Gore
Originally an Algonquin territory, Gore township only started to welcome settlers early in the nineteenth century. By 1819 or so, it counted a few Protestant Loyalists with roots in the British Isles, particularly Ireland. Today we can still see the traces of an era long gone: churches, small schools, a wheat mill and sawmill. On October 19, 1849, the Gore region was officially declared a township. Then in 1850, the Canadian wood industry began to regain its strength, stimulated by a growing demand in the United States and Canada for sawn lumber. In 1945, Gore officially became a municipality.
Tel: 450-562-2025
info@cantondegore.qc.ca
www.cantondegore.qc.ca
Grenville
Historically, the wood industry was the principal economic engine of the village of Grenville. The Long-Sault canal, the Carillon-Grenville railroad and the Perley bridge all played important roles in the evolution of Grenville, which is strategically located on the Outaouais (formerly Ottawa) River.
Tel: 819-242-2146
info@grenville.ca
www.municipalitegrenville.qc.ca
Grenville-sur-la-Rouge
The township of Grenville is part of the upper Laurentians, a region characterized by fertile lands, fine forests and numerous lakes. The Rivière Rouge, bordered by endless beaches and a remarkable landscape, is an important watercourse that joins with the Outaouais River, crossing the township from north to south. Still today, many small roads in the area lead to waterfront cottages.
Tel : 819-242-8762
info@grenvillesurlarouge.ca
www.grenvillesurlarouge.ca
Harrington
Originally inhabited by aboriginals, Harrington later built a rich Scottish and Welsh heritage. In those early days the residents owned dairy and produce farms, but their principal occupation was the exploitation of the forests. A glorious mixture of forests, rivers and lakes, especially Lost River, characterize the township. And while in olden days the rural roads meant that the people of Harrington had difficulty in obtaining provisions, in today's era of easy transportation we can appreciate the beautiful country settings and scenic byways. Harrington is also well known in the artistic television industry; many fine movies were filmed within this municipality, such as Cultivé bien élevé from Télé-Québec and Pixcom, Hôtel de l'avenir from Nanouk film productions and Nouvelle France from Melonny production inc., to name just a few.
administration@harrington.ca
www.harrington.ca
Lachute
Over the years, Lachute has grown to offer an increasing number of commercial, institutional and professional services, as is appropriate for a real regional centre. Its growth and diversity rapidly made it the dominant urban centre of Argenteuil County and it is today the main urban area, with a population of 12, 000.
Tel : 450-562-3781
lachute@ville.lachute.qc.ca
www.ville.lachute.qc.ca
Mille-Isles
This smallish municipality is located at the extreme northwest of the ancient seigneurie of Mille-Isles, north of Gore. Its topography is irregular, marked by hills, valleys, rivers and lakes. The expansion of tourism and the increasingly frequent conversion of secondary homes into primary residences transformed the character of this territory, which abounds in natural resources.
Tel : 450-438-2958
info@mille-isles.ca
Saint-André-d'Argenteuil
Thanks to the characteristics of the land, the old parish of Saint-André d'Argenteuil boasts the best agricultural potential in the MRC and as a result, agriculture is still intensively practiced. The territory has many stone residences built around 1820 in a "Québécois" architectural style with two top roofs and two stone chimneys. Saint-André has also been for some time an important artistic destination, attracting many arts professionals.
Tel : 450-537-3527
info@saintandredargenteuil.ca
www.saintandredargenteuil.ca
Wentworth
Protection of nature remains an ongoing priority for this municipality. It has eight associations of owners of lakeside property, with two residential construction projects in process. The only industries - and the wealth - of this municipality are its forests, lakes, natural environment and the quality of life of its residents.
Tel : 450-562-0701
info@wentworth.ca
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