Calling everyone who loves nature: See where almost half the energy comes from: the Robert-Bourassa generating facility. Climb aboard a bus to discover the sheer immensity of Hydro-Québec’s structures, look up at a dam as tall as a 53-storey building ...
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Rivière-des-Prairies generating station has stood proudly between the Montréal and Laval shores since the 1930s. Come learn about this run-of-river facility and the introduction of electricity in the Montréal region. Then, follow your guide to the turbine ...
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Visit Îles-de-la-Madeleine generating station, the largest diesel-powered thermal generating station in Québec. The Îles-de-la-Madeleine have always relied on fuel oil to meet their energy needs, and this power plant supplies electricity to a population ...
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Discover the two historic sites that make up La Cité de l’Or, located in Val-d’Or in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue. The Old Lamaque gold mine is an interpretation centre. Become a miner for a day and enjoy a unique experience in a real mine as you go 91 metres ...
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Built for the 1976 Games, the Montréal Olympic Stadium offers a variety of activities: The Montréal Tower is the highest inclined tower in the world. The view of the city from the Observatory is simply breathtaking; The Stadium hosts numerous sports, ...
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Maison Saint-Gabriel is the oldest example of rural architecture in Montreal. Acquired by Marguerite Bourgeoys in 1668, this house was the home of the Filles du Roy (King's Wards). Witness the talent of costumed guides and the authenticity of its historic ...
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The J.A. Vachon House, located in Sainte-Marie, is the ancestral home of Vachon snack cakes. Accompanied by a tour guide, you will learn how this resourceful family from a modest background worked hard so their company would prosper. A visit to the residence ...
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After your visit to the Robert-Bourassa generating facility, get back on the road and see the look outs of the last generating station on the Grande Rivière: La Grande-1. This run-of-river generating station is also home to impressive plant and wildlife ...
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Located on the border of Québec and Ontario, Carillon is the most powerful generating station on the Rivière des Outaouais (Ottawa River). It was also the first generating station built by French-speaking engineers, back in the 1960s. Erected near the ...
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Kwe! Follow the path and discover the History of the Hurons-Wendat from past to present. Guided tours, canoe ride, tales & legends, handicraft workshop, tomahawk trow and much more. On site, you will have the chance to taste some "typical tapas" at the ...
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