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Maurice Joncas delivers excerpts from his mother’s diary. He tells us about the work of women and children in the cod fishery in Gaspésie.   Alma Pelletier-Joncas (1899-1965) Alma Pelletier was born in Fox River in 1899. She studied in Rimouski between the ages of 7 and 14 and at 15 started work as a […]

In the 19th century, the Robin shipyard was one of the largest in Eastern Canada. It built fishing barges but above all transatlantic ships. On the Paspébiac bank, the shipyard had ten buildings : a carpentry shop, a cooperage, a forge and many others! Throughout the year, craftsmen kept busy repairing and building ships. Many […]

“We visit the Paspébiac National Historic Site which has been at the heart of the cod fishing industry since 1767. You can tour the original buildings, watch the blacksmith make nails using bellows that date back to 1840, and learn all about how the cod export business grew and shaped history. It’s a fascinating place.”

Built in 1850, the LeBoutillier Brothers warehouse proudly dominates the Paspébiac bank, greatly to the displeasure of its neighbour, the powerful Charles Robin & Company. Constructed of wood, it is the largest fishery building in North America. Five stories high, its impressive frame calls to mind a cathedral, one wholly dedicated to the fishery. It […]

On Thursday July 1, the Paspébiac National Historic Site celebrates Canada Day with a few activities.   2 p.m.: Dominick Briand show On the outdoor stage opposite the LeBoutillier Hangar, the Paspébiac artist offers us a simple show, guitar in hand. A native of Port-Daniel, Dominick Briand has participated in many projects and has distinguished […]