{"id":5541,"date":"2025-07-16T09:31:18","date_gmt":"2025-07-16T13:31:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/?page_id=5541"},"modified":"2025-07-16T09:32:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T13:32:42","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"texte_image_avec_m noM  b_bleuFonce t_beige\">\n        <div class=\"container imageADroite\">\n            <div class=\"img\">\n                \n            <div> <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"image \"  style=\"\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/faq-1.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                \n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"m\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"texte\">\n                <div>\n                    <span class=\"cat\"><\/span>\n                    <h1>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h1>\n<h2>Answers, just around the corner<\/h2>\n<p>In Mauricie, you won\u2019t be left wondering for long. Whether you\u2019re planning your move, settling in, or simply curious about everything the region has to offer, this FAQ is here to guide you. Like a friendly neighbour who knows the area inside out, we\u2019re here to help you find your way\u2014one answer at a time!<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n            <\/div> \n        <\/div> \n\n<\/section>\n\n    \n\n    <section class=\"accordeons  b_beige t_bleuFonce type2\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2>Access and Location<\/h2>\n                    <div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon first\">Where is Mauricie located and how can I get there easily?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mauricie is located between Montreal and Quebec City, north of the St. Lawrence River.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is accessible by car via Highway 40 (from Montreal and Quebec City), Highway 55 (from Centre-du-Qu\u00e9bec), Route 155 (from Saguenay\u2013Lac-Saint-Jean), and the Chemin du Roy (also between Montreal and Quebec City). The region is also accessible by bus and train.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"liens\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/acces-a-la-region-et-etat-des-routes\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"lien t_bleuFonce\">How to Get There<span class=\"fleche\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>            \n            \n            \n  <hr class=\"accordeonStop\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/section>\n\n    \n\n    <section class=\"accordeons  b_beige t_bleuFonce type2\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2>Must-Sees<\/h2>\n                    <div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon first\">What are the must-visit landmarks in Mauricie?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the top attractions in Mauricie include: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/pn-np\/qc\/mauricie\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">La Mauricie National Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parcbatiscan.ca\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Batiscan River Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/directionlatuque.ca\/fiches\/parc-des-chutes-de-la-petite-riviere-bostonnais\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parc des Chutes-de-la-Petite-Rivi\u00e8re-Bostonnais<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, The Saint-Maurice River (ideal for various water activities), The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lecheminduroy.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">King\u2019s Road (Chemin du Roy),<\/span><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amphitheatrecogeco.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cogeco Amphitheatre<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and its wide range of shows, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourismetroisrivieres.com\/en\/what-to-do\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downtown Trois-Rivi\u00e8res<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citedelenergie.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">La Cit\u00e9 de l\u2019\u00e9nergie<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/villagedubucheron.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Village du B\u00fbcheron<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Grandes-Piles, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/festivoix.com\/english\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FestiVoix<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the summer, and the region\u2019s rich <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/thematiques\/ou-manger\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">culinary offerings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"liens\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/thematiques\/quoi-faire\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"lien t_bleuFonce\">Things to Do in Mauricie<span class=\"fleche\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Is La Mauricie National Park open year-round?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Yes! The park is accessible in all seasons, although services are closed during the off-season. The most popular times to visit are summer and winter, with activities like hiking, canoeing, paddleboarding, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.<\/p>\n<div class=\"liens\"><a href=\"https:\/\/parks.canada.ca\/pn-np\/qc\/mauricie\/visit\/heures-hours\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"lien t_bleuFonce\">Hours of operation<span class=\"fleche\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>            \n            \n            \n  <hr class=\"accordeonStop\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/section>\n\n    \n\n    <section class=\"accordeons  b_beige t_bleuFonce type2\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2>Settling in Mauricie<\/h2>\n                    <div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon first\">What are the steps to move in Mauricie?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Guide-daccueil_04-2025_compresse.pdf\">Welcome in Mauricie Guide<\/a> to explore the different areas and resources available to help you settle in Mauricie. Then, browse our website by theme (Live, Work, Study, Have fun) \u2014 you\u2019ll find plenty of helpful tools!<\/p>\n<p>Psst! Coming from abroad? Visit the <a href=\"\/en\/we-are-welcoming\/\">Immigrate in Mauricie (french version only)<\/a> section and fill out the quiz \u2014 you\u2019ll get access to a wide range of resources!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Which cities or RCMs best match my lifestyle?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Do you prefer nature, urban life, or a village atmosphere? Discover the profiles of each RCM (Regional County Municipality) on the <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/weve-got-room-for-you\/\">Territory \u2013 Explore Mauricie<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Are there services for newcomers?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Yes! Several organizations can help you settle in and integrate. Find them in our <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/on-est-accueillants\/liste-des-ressources\/\">immigration resource<\/a> directory under the \u201cGeneral Resources\u201d section. When you\u2019re ready, contact <a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"popup_opener\">Jacynthe<\/a> \u2014 she\u2019ll guide you through the different steps of your journey.<\/p>\n<\/div>            \n            \n            \n  <hr class=\"accordeonStop\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/section>\n\n    \n\n    <section class=\"accordeons  b_beige t_bleuFonce type2\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2>Daily Life<\/h2>\n                    <div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon first\">What essential services are available?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p><strong>Health:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/ciusssmcq.ca\/english\/\">CIUSSS MCQ<\/a> provides healthcare services, mainly through its four hospitals across the region.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Education:<\/strong> Mauricie has two school service centers \u2014 the <a href=\"https:\/\/csscdr.gouv.qc.ca\/\">CSS du Chemin-du-Roy<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/cssenergie.gouv.qc.ca\/\">CSS de l\u2019\u00c9nergie<\/a>. Several <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/lots-of-places-to-learn\/our-post-secondary-institutions\/\">post-secondary institutions<\/a> are also spread throughout the region.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">How does regional transportation work?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Each RCM offers public and adapted transportation services for its residents. Some of them also provide interregional transport services within Mauricie.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sttr.qc.ca\/\">Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 de transport de Trois-Rivi\u00e8res<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shawinigan.ca\/services-aux-citoyens\/transport\/transport-en-commun\/\">R\u00e9gie du transport en commun de Shawinigan<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrcdeschenaux.ca\/services-aux-citoyens\/transport-collectif-et-adapte\/\">Transport collectif et adapt\u00e9 de la MRC Des Chenaux\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ctcmaskinonge.org\/\">Corporation de transports collectifs et adapt\u00e9s de la MRC de Maskinong\u00e9<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ctamekinac.qc.ca\/\">Corporation transport adapt\u00e9 M\u00e9kinac<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ctachsm.org\/\">Corporation de transport adapt\u00e9 et collectif du Haut-St-Maurice<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Are there resources for families, seniors, or youth?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Yes! You can consult the Mauricie <a href=\"https:\/\/tabledesainesdelamauricie.com\/repertoire-des-services-et-des-ressources-communautaires-de-la-mauricie\/\">community directory<\/a> to find services tailored to each age group.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Families:<\/strong> Discover all available services using this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mfa.gouv.qc.ca\/fr\/Famille\/tout-pour-nos-enfants\/carte\/index.aspx\">interactive map<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>            \n            \n            \n  <hr class=\"accordeonStop\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/section>\n\n    \n\n    <section class=\"accordeons  b_beige t_bleuFonce type2\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2>Housing and Accommodation<\/h2>\n                    <div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon first\">Where can I find a place to live?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/we-lead-a-good-life\/accessible-properties\/\">Accessible properties<\/a> page to find a directory of resources that will help you search for housing, a house, or a land.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">What are the current real estate trends?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.centris.ca\/en\/tools\/real-estate-statistics\/mauricie?uc=0\">Centris<\/a>, the median price of a single-family home in Mauricie is rising (333,000 CAD in Q1 2025), but it remains more affordable than in major urban centers.<\/p>\n<\/div>            \n            \n            \n  <hr class=\"accordeonStop\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/section>\n\n    \n\n    <section class=\"accordeons  b_beige t_bleuFonce type2\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2>Working and Entrepreneurship<\/h2>\n                    <div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon first\">Which employment sectors are growing?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Healthcare, education, green technologies, and tourism are flourishing. Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/emploi\/informer-metier-profession\/marche-travail\/portrait-mauricie\">Regional Employment Overview<\/a> of Mauricie to learn more!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">How can I find a job or start a business?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p><strong>Jobs: <\/strong>Start by browsing the <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/on-travaille-bien\/\">job listings<\/a> in the <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/we-love-to-work\/\">Work<\/a> section of our website. Need help? Many resources are available in Mauricie, most of which are listed in our immigration <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/on-est-accueillants\/liste-des-ressources\/\">resource directory<\/a>. Still haven\u2019t found what you\u2019re looking for? Try the official job directory of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/emploi\/trouver-emploi-stage\/organismes-aide\/repertoire-organismes-specialises-employabilite?id=33857&amp;tx_solr%5Bfilter%5D%5B%5D=regions%3AMauricie&amp;tx_solr%5Bsort%5D=alphaAsc%20asc&amp;tx_solr%5Bpage%5D=1\">Government of Quebec<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Starting a business:<\/strong> The economic development services of each city or RCM are your best allies to support your entrepreneurial projects and refer you to other partners if needed.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.idetr.com\/en\/starting-my-business\/\">Trois-Rivi\u00e8res<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shawinigan.ca\/affaires\/entreprendre-et-reussir\/\">Shawinigan<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mrcdeschenaux.ca\/developpement-economique\/\">Des Chenaux<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mrcmaskinonge.ca\/services-conseils-financement\/\">Maskinong\u00e9<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mrcmekinac.com\/services-conseils-et-soutien-financier\/\">M\u00e9kinac\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ville.latuque.qc.ca\/fr\/service-de-developpement-economique-et-forestier-sdef\/nos-services\">La Tuque<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The P\u00f4le d\u2019\u00e9conomie sociale Mauricie offers a complete <a href=\"https:\/\/economiesocialemauricie.ca\/ressources-entrepreneuriales\/\">directory<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>            \n            \n            \n  <hr class=\"accordeonStop\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/section>\n\n    \n\n    <section class=\"accordeons  b_beige t_bleuFonce type2\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2>Quality of Life and Leisure<\/h2>\n                    <div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon first\">What outdoor activities are available year-round?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Hiking, skiing, biking, canoeing, fishing\u2026 there\u2019s something for everyone, in every season! Visit the Tourisme Mauricie website to discover all the outdoor adventures waiting for you in the region.<\/p>\n<div class=\"liens\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/thematiques\/quoi-faire\/nature-et-plein-air\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"lien t_bleuFonce\">Tourisme Mauricie \u2013 Nature and Outdoors<span class=\"fleche\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Can you swim in the region\u2019s lakes and rivers?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes! Whether it\u2019s the beach at \u00cele Saint-Quentin, waterfalls in the national park, Lake \u00c9douard, Lac-aux-Sables, or the Croche River \u2014 the water may be cool, but the scenery is breathtaking!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Where to Enjoy Water Activities in Mauricie (Paddleboarding, Kayaking, Canoeing, etc.)<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Mauricie, adventure awaits on the water! Rent a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard at several of our attractions and set off to explore our stunning lakes and rivers, including the Saint-Maurice, du Loup, Batiscan, and Sainte-Anne rivers.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"liens\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/blogue\/kayak-et-canot-en-mauricie-20-plans-deau-pour-le-bonheur-de-pagayer\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"lien t_bleuFonce\">Discover the best places to paddle in Mauricie<span class=\"fleche\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Where can you fish in Mauricie, and is a licence required?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Yes, a licence is required and can be purchased <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/en\/tourism-and-recreation\/sporting-and-outdoor-activities\/sport-fishing\/fishing-licence\">online<\/a>. Top fishing spots include outfitters, lakes in the national park, and the Saint-Maurice River \u2014 perfect for catching trout and walleye!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">What cultural attractions are available for residents?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Museums, festivals, theater, and more \u2014 there\u2019s something for every taste! Tourisme Mauricie highlights the region\u2019s main <a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/thematiques\/quoi-faire\/musees-culture-et-tours-guides\">cultural attractions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">What major cultural events shouldn\u2019t be missed?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>It\u2019s hard to choose \u2014 there are so many! Here are some of our favorites:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/festivoix.com\/english\/\">FestiVoix<\/a> in Trois-Rivi\u00e8res<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.festivalwestern.com\/en\/\">Festival Western de St-Tite<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Cirque du Soleil shows at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amphitheatrecogeco.com\/en\/\">Cogeco Amphitheatre<\/a> in Trois-Rivi\u00e8res<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citedelenergie.com\/en\/activites\/ilia\/\">Ilia, the nighttime show<\/a> at La Cit\u00e9 de l\u2019\u00e9nergie<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/festivaldechasse.ca\/\">La Tuque Hunting Festival<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/festivalsarrasin.com\/\">Festival de la Galette de Sarrasin<\/a> in Louiseville<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/noktanbul.ca\/\">Festival d\u2019Halloween N\u00f6ktabul<\/a> in Batiscan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Want to know everything about cultural events in Mauricie? Check out Culture Mauricie\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/dici.ca\/evenements\">event calendar<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Are there museums or historical sites to visit?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Absolutely! You can find them on the <a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/thematiques\/quoi-faire\/musees-culture-et-tours-guides\">Tourisme Mauricie<\/a> website. Highlights include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.borealis3r.ca\/en\/\">Bor\u00e9alis<\/a> \u2013 Paper Industry Museum<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citedelenergie.com\/en\/\">La Cit\u00e9 de l\u2019\u00e9nergie<\/a> in Shawinigan<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/museepop.ca\/en\/\">Mus\u00e9e POP<\/a> in Trois-Rivi\u00e8res<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/villagedubucheron.com\/\">Village du B\u00fbcheron<\/a> in Grandes-Piles<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.magasingenerallebrun.com\/fr\/magasin-general-le-brun\">Le Brun General Store<\/a> in Maskinong\u00e9<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Interpretation centers at <a href=\"https:\/\/directionlatuque.ca\/fiches\/parc-des-chutes-de-la-petite-riviere-bostonnais\/\">Parc des Chutes-de-la-Petite-Rivi\u00e8re-Bostonnais<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/domainesteanne.recitsquifontjaser.com\/en\/homepage\/\">Seignorial Estate Sainte-Anne<\/a> in Sainte-Anne-de-la-P\u00e9rade<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Where to eat in Mauricie: local restaurants, microbreweries, fine dining?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>There\u2019s something for every palate! Enjoy fine local cuisine at <a href=\"https:\/\/auberge-st-mathieu-du-lac.com\/\">Auberge Saint-Mathieu<\/a>, a craft beer at <a href=\"https:\/\/troududiable.com\/en\/broue-pub-et-restaurant\/\">Le Trou du Diable Broue Pub &amp; Resto<\/a>, or a panoramic view of the St. Lawrence River at <a href=\"https:\/\/lerougevin.com\/\">Rouge Vin<\/a>. Discover Mauricie\u2019s many delicious attractions in the <a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/thematiques\/ou-manger\">Where to Eat section<\/a> of the Tourisme Mauricie website.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">What types of accommodations are available?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Hotels, inns, cottages, outfitters, campgrounds \u2014 you\u2019ll be spoiled for choice! Explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/tourismemauricie.com\/thematiques\/ou-dormir\">Where to Sleep<\/a> section on the Tourisme Mauricie website to find your perfect cozy spot.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">How can I get involved in the local community?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Community development corporations (CDCs) and volunteer centers in each city or RCM are your gateway to volunteering! Find them in our immigration <a href=\"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/on-est-accueillants\/liste-des-ressources\/\">resource directory<\/a> under the section \u00ab\u00a0M\u2019int\u00e9grer \u00e0 la vie collective\u00a0\u00bb.<\/p>\n<\/div>            \n            \n            \n  <hr class=\"accordeonStop\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/section>\n\n    \n\n    <section class=\"accordeons  b_beige t_bleuFonce type2\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <h2>A Bit of History<\/h2>\n                    <div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon first\">Where does the region\u2019s name come from?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>The term Mauricie (named after the Saint-Maurice River) was first used in 1933 by Monsignor Albert Tessier to describe the area between Trois-Rivi\u00e8res and Lac-Saint-Jean. Before that, it was simply called the Saint-Maurice Valley.<\/p>\n<p>Until 1977, the region was known as Mauricie\u2013Bois-Francs, which also included what is now the Centre-du-Qu\u00e9bec region.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wrapAcc sansImage\">\n                    <span class=\"image parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><h3 class=\"accordeon\">Where does the Saint-Maurice River get its name?<\/h3>\n            <span class=\"image mobile parallax\" data-type=\"background\" style=\"background-image:url()\" ><\/span><p>Originally, the river was called M\u00e9tab\u00e9routin, an Algonquin word meaning \u201cdischarge of the wind.\u201d The Abenaki called it Mad\u00f4baladenitekw, while the Atikamekw and Wendat nations referred to it as Tapiskwan and Oquintondili, respectively.<\/p>\n<p>From the European side, Jacques Cartier initially named it  \u00ab&nbsp;Fouez&nbsp;\u00bb. The official reason remains unknown, but it may be linked to the Foix family or an old spelling of the word  \u00ab&nbsp;faith (foi)&nbsp;\u00bb. This name was later replaced by  \u00ab&nbsp;3 Rivieres&nbsp;\u00bb at the end of the 16th century, and eventually by Saint-Maurice around the 1730s\u20131740s. The final name was given in honor of Maurice Poulin de La Fontaine, a government prosecutor in Trois-Rivi\u00e8res.<\/p>\n<div class=\"liens\"><a href=\"https:\/\/toponymie.gouv.qc.ca\/ct\/ToposWeb\/Fiche.aspx?no_seq=57226\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"lien t_bleuFonce\">Learn More<span class=\"fleche\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>            \n            \n            \n  <hr class=\"accordeonStop\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/section>\n\n    ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-5541","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5541","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5541"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5541\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5688,"href":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5541\/revisions\/5688"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vivrelamauricie.ca\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5541"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}