Achigan Canada

The historic location referred to as Achigan Canada refers to Saint-Jacques-de-l’Achigan, Leinster, in historical documents, and is today known as Saint-Jacques, a municipality in the Lanaudière region of Quebec, Canada, part of the Montcalm Regional County Municipality. Established in the early 19th century, this area played a significant role in the settlement and development of the region, serving as a key community for agriculture and as a hub for the Acadian and Québécois cultures. Over time, the administrative and naming conventions evolved, leading to the dropping of “de l’Achigan” and “Leinster” from common usage, reflecting broader changes in the region’s governance and identity. Today, Saint-Jacques is appreciated for its historical significance, cultural heritage, and contributions to the agricultural landscape of Quebec, while still maintaining connections to its rich historical past.

1851 Achigan or St. Rock de l’Ackigan Canada Directory

Is situated in the Seigniory of Achigan, County of Leinster, Canada East. Distant from Montreal, 36 miles. In the following Directory the names which appear in CAPITALS are those of subscribers to the work. Alphabetical List Of Professions, Trades, &C ARCHAMBAULT, LOUIS, notary public, registrar of the county, postmaster, mayor and commissioner of the court for small causes. Archarnbault, Capt. Pierre. Bourke, Capt. Francis and commissioner for small causes’ court. Chaput, Eusebe, general store. Dalong, Francis, miller. Faribault, Edward, notary. Labelle, Revd. J. B., Roman Catholic. Lamarche, Joseph, clerk of commissioners’ court Maguire, John, general store. Robitaille, J. J. N., … Read more