Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets, Quebec

Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets is a village located in the Centre-du-Québec region of Quebec, Canada. It is situated on the south shore of the Saint Lawrence River, approximately 180 kilometers (110 miles) east-northeast of Montreal and 200 kilometers (120 miles) southwest of Quebec City. The village is part of the Bécancour Regional County Municipality and has a population of around 1,200 people according to the 2016 Canadian census.

Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets
Municipality
Location within Bécancour RCM
Location within Bécancour RCM
St-Pierre-les-Becquets is located in Southern Quebec
St-Pierre-les-Becquets
St-Pierre-les-Becquets
Location in southern Quebec
Coordinates: 46°30′N 72°12′W[1]
Country Canada
Province Quebec
RegionCentre-du-Québec
RCMBécancour
ConstitutedFebruary 22, 1986
Government
[2]
 • MayorJean-Guy Paré
 • Federal ridingBas-Richelieu—
Nicolet—Bécancour
 • Prov. ridingNicolet-Bécancour
Area
[2][3]
 • Total65.10 km2 (25.14 sq mi)
 • Land47.74 km2 (18.43 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)[3]
 • Total1,223
 • Density25.6/km2 (66/sq mi)
 • Pop 2006-2011
Increase 3.4%
 • Dwellings
649
Time zoneUTC−5 (EST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC−4 (EDT)
Postal code(s)
G0X 2Z0
Area code819
Highways R-132
R-218
Websitewww.st-pierre-
les-becquets.qc.ca

The area where Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets now stands was originally inhabited by the First Nations peoples. The first European to arrive in the area was Jacques Cartier in 1535. The village was founded in 1847 and was originally named Saint-Pierre-de-Becquets, in honor of the Saint Pierre River which flows through the area. It was officially incorporated as a municipality in 1855.

Today, Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets is a small, picturesque village with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The village is home to several historic buildings and landmarks, including the 19th-century Église de Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets, which was designed by architect Victor Bourgeau and is a National Historic Site of Canada.

In addition to its historical and cultural attractions, Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets is also known for its outdoor recreation opportunities. The village is located in close proximity to the Saint Lawrence River, which offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water sports. The area is also home to several parks and nature reserves, including the Parc de la rivière Gentilly, which features hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and campsites.

Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets is a predominantly French-speaking community, and many residents are involved in agriculture and other rural industries. The village is home to several local businesses, including a hardware store, a grocery store, and a pharmacy, as well as a community center and a library.

Overall, Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community, making it an attractive destination for visitors and a desirable place to call home for its residents.

See also

References
  1. "Reference number 174545 in Banque de noms de lieux du Québec". toponymie.gouv.qc.ca (in French). Commission de toponymie du Québec.
  2. "Geographic code 38065 in the official Répertoire des municipalités". www.mamh.gouv.qc.ca (in French). Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l'Habitation.
  3. "Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets, Quebec (Code 2438065) Census Profile". 2011 census. Government of Canada - Statistics Canada.


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