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In the News (Sun 15 Nov 09)

  
 Project SeaWolf: GRACE UNDER PRESSURE: The Controversy of Boating with Orcas
Tadoussac, harbouring a modest population of 840 residents, is noted for its excellent hospitality and exquisite regional fare.
Tadoussac is reached by Highway 138 from points east in Québec and Ontario.
Tadoussac is a part of the greater Manicouagan region: Tourisme Québec prints a selection of comprehensive tour guides for free distribution.
home.earthlink.net /~projseawolf/Tadoussac.htm   (1139 words)

  
 Tadoussac, Quebec -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Tadoussac remained the only seaport of the (A North American river; flows into the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and the North Atlantic) Saint Lawrence River for 30 years.
The modern village of Tadoussac lies not very far from the original settlement, at the mouth of the (Click link for more info and facts about Saguenay River) Saguenay River.
The nearest urban agglomeration is (The French-speaking capital of the province of Quebec; situated on the Saint Lawrence River) Quebec City about 210 km (130 miles) southwest.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/t/ta/tadoussac,_quebec.htm   (178 words)

  
 Groupe Dufour - News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Quebec City, May 1st 2003 — One the most important international events ever held in the east of the province of Quebec will take place in Tadoussac from June 1st through the 8th.
The Tadoussac Bay was the first North-American bay to join the club in 1997 because of its cultural heritage, invested by the establishment of the first fur commerce outpost in North America and also because of its natural heritage invested by de creation of the Saguenay National Park and of the St-Lawrence Marine Park.
Quebec City, Friday June 20th 2003 - Situated in a splendid scene in the heart of one of the World's Most Beautiful Bays, highly deemed Tadoussac Hotel offers now to its Epicurian guests the all new discovery menu that has for theme: "On the whales track".
www.quebecweb.com /GroupeDufour/en/groupe.nouvelles9bcf.html?action=archives   (1430 words)

  
 Tadoussac   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
In addition to its cultural role, the Festival de la Chanson de Tadoussac strives to participate in the economical development of the region.
The Festival de la Chanson de Tadoussac is the achievement of the efforts and implication of a whole community.
Worth mentioning is the fact that as many spectators come from the Montreal area as from the village of Tadoussac, 14%, in fact, 71% of the visitors come from other areas than the Upper North-Shore.
www.tadoussac.com /newsite/tourismeeng/festival.htm   (356 words)

  
 Canada Steamship Lines: CSL World - Summer 2001 - SS Tadoussac
The Tadoussac was steam powered with a pair of triple expansion engines and six scotch boilers.
A collision with an ocean liner in thick fog on August 30, 1961 damaged the upper deck and led to a premature end to the season, but the Tadoussac was repaired and back on her usual run the next year.
Although the Richelieu and the St. Lawrence were dismantled, the Tadoussac got a reprieve and was resold and taken to Copenhagen, Denmark as a floating hotel.
www.csl.ca /new/cslworld/2001/tadoussac.html   (348 words)

  
 NEW FRANCE 1615 - 1629
Tadoussac, Quebec, one of their major trading centers, is booming, with as many as twenty ships being in the port at one time.
The French colony of Fort Kebec (Quebec) is in great distress due to lack of provisions, and Father (I)-Charles Lalemant (1587-1674) accepted a invitation of de la Ralde to return the Jesuits, except for five, to France.
The Jesuit complained of the Calvinists at Tadoussac and would not be satisfied until all Protestant heretics were driven from New France and Roman Orthodox Catholic administrators are assigned.
www3.telus.net /public/dgarneau/french8.htm   (3392 words)

  
 Daily Telegraph (London, England): This is a fin romance; Jim Perrin is captivated by the antics of whales and dolphins ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
This is a fin romance; Jim Perrin is captivated by the antics of whales and dolphins off the tiny town of Tadoussac, in Quebec.(Travel)
Try this, for example: "I love Tadoussac for all the things about it that cannot be put into words, for the shiver that goes down my spine each time I see the plunging cleavage of Anse-a-l'Eau and the boats that dare venture into the turbulent waters washing around the stone nipples.
After this introduction, Tadoussac itself (the name means breast in Algonquian) comes as a relief.
www.highbeam.com /library/doc0.asp?DOCID=1G1:87340514&refid=ip_encyclopedia_hf   (248 words)

  
 Tadoussac hotels and accommodation, hotel reservations in Quebec, by All-Hotels(tm)
Set a course for Tadoussac- a picturesque village standing at the edge of the boreal...
Warmth and seaside soul meet in an incomparable setting at the Bay of Tadoussac, where the hotel is a member of the prestigious...
Hotel Tadoussac is located where the St. Laurence and Saquenay River meet, in a charming village on a bay which is a prestigious...
www.all-hotels.com /canada/quebec/tadoussac_e1.htm   (245 words)

  
 Dictionary of Canadian Biography Online
As he passed in front of Quebec, where his destiny was to be unfolded, Champlain showed little interest, merely remarking that if the lands were cultivated they would be as good as those of France.
At Quebec, three days later, he noticed that some progress had been made with cultivation, but he had to go to Trois-Rivières to pass judgement on the murder of two Frenchmen by two Montagnais in 1616, or more probably in 1617.
Quebec was in a very bad way; each person was restricted to seven ounces of peas a day, and there remained only 50 pounds of gunpowder.
www.biographi.ca /EN/ShowBio.asp?BioId=34237   (8446 words)

  
 Hotel Tadoussac in Tadoussac, Quebec, Canada - Inns of Canada
Hotel Tadoussac is located at the confluence of the St.Laurence And Saquenay rivers, in a charming village on a bay.
Staying at the Tadoussac is a pleasure for the palate and an experience to savour, with its fine dining, scenic vistas,whale watching cruises, sailing, fir trees, morning mists and the Milky Way.
It was once considered the jewel in the crown of Canada Steamship Lines and, today, the Tadoussac has kept certain pieces of original china, illustrations and photographs taken over the last hundred years.
www.innsofcanada.com /hotelview.aspx?h=10021&c=4   (386 words)

  
 Québec in 2004 (3 Saguenay)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
This small chapel, a Tadoussac landmark built in 1747, is said to be the oldest wooden church extant in Canada.
The region between Tadoussac and Quebec city is called Charlevoix.
After crossing Quebec city we sped down 250 km of dull super highway reaching polluted Montreal all too soon.
berclo.net /page04/04en-quebec-3.html   (693 words)

  
 Tadoussac - Welcome to Quebec on The Worldwide Traveler
The name Tadoussac is derived from the Montagnais Indian word 'Tadoshak' meaning nipple.
This refers to the breast shaped rocky hill to the west of the village which is located at the confluence of the Saguenay River and the St. Lawrence.
Tadoussac was the first fur-trading post established in Canada, an important meeting place for the Amerindian trappers and their European trading partners.
www.theworldwidegourmet.com /travel/canada/quebec/tadoussac.htm   (168 words)

  
 Tadoussac   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Tadoussac, a small village surrounded by hills conjures up wooded, rocky coasts:the majesty of the St Lawrence River, The Saguenay Fjord, the only one in North America, the huge dunes, a lovely lake in the village, charming old houses, and a lot activities will enjoy your stay.
Tadoussac became the first Canadian municipality to celebrate its 400 th anniversary.
For more than l50 years, the village is our oldest resort, and has been able to inspire local people as well as visitors and welcome, year and after year, some 600,000 visitors fascinated by the beauty of this natural site and the wealth of its heritage.
www.tadoussac.com /newsite/tourismeeng/accueil.htm   (295 words)

  
 Quebec Along the St. Lawrence
The spotting of a whale is positively thrilling and there is a good likelihood of your seeing them in these waters.
Your overnight stays at the Fairmont Manoir Richelieu and the Hotel Tadoussac put you in period hotels that are architectural treasures.
This combined with three nights in Quebec City is hard to beat.
www.cartantours.com /quebecstlawrence.htm   (414 words)

  
 Quebec Maritime   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
These ports boast a unique culture, a blend of Acadian and Quebec traditions influenced by a profound isolation and the warmth of genuine hospitality.
DAY 2: Tadoussac - With the sun rising we arrive at Tadoussac, a small village surrounded by hills conjures up wooded, rocky coasts: the majesty of the St Lawrence River, The Saguenay Fjord, the only one in North America, the huge dunes, a lovely lake in the village and charming old houses.
A stopover at the Chapelle de Tadoussac (Tadoussac Chapel) will allow you to unwind and to meditate on the enthralling beauty of the surroundings.
www.atlantictours.com /tour_187.cfm   (1151 words)

  
 Whales-Quebec.html
Photos from a recent trip to Tadoussac, Quebec (July 2002), where the Saguenay Fjord flows into the Saint Lawrence Seaway.
The waters around Tadoussac, Quebec are popular for whale watching.
Minke near the shore of Tadoussac and the mouth of the Saguenay Fjord.
glory.gc.maricopa.edu /~rreavis/Whales-Quebec.html   (506 words)

  
 Fodor's Travel Guides | Forums Messages
I heavily researched and decided that Montreal - Quebec City - Tadoussac were worthy of my attention with my time frame.
planning a trip to quebec city for the end of november, I need to look for a hotel or motel near a place called expocite'centre de foire.
When driving along the St. Lawrence from about Trois Rivieres to Quebec City I opted NOT to take the larger freeway/highway, but instead took the country road (highway) that parallels both the river and the larger road...
www.fodors.com /forums/pgMessages.jsp?fid=29&tid=34687166&numresponses=6&start=0   (814 words)

  
 NEW FRANCE 1600 - 1614
Tadoussac is a well-established fur trading and wintering site at the mouth of the Saguenay River.
May 24: The two ships of the De Chaste Trading Company are anchored at the mouth of the Saguenay River near Tadoussac, Quebec.
The Saint Lawrence River (Quebec) was rejected as a possible French colony site because of the great number of free traders using that area and because they refused to yield to a French monopoly.
www3.telus.net /public/dgarneau/french3.htm   (3075 words)

  
 Nicholas Marsolet,(1587-1677), First Interpretor to Montagnais, saw major changes in politics
Third, he personally knew many illustrous people of his time, yet he held his peace without giving-in to no-honour-schemes and was able to hold his own in dangerous situations especially defending and remaining loyal to his friends the Montagnais.
So, Nicolas was set down in Tadoussac, (it was, after all, one of the busiest traditionnal gathering/meeting place of the First Nations, making it a desirable trading post...), while the others continued on to Quebec, with orders to stay there.
Nicolas was born in Rouen, France, in 1587 and died in Quebec during May 1677, at 90 years of age.
www.geocities.com /daniellla.geo/marsolet.html   (1901 words)

  
 Quebec
A short drive across the border from Labrador City, but a world away culturally, the Quebec iron mining city of Fermont is a strange but surprisingly pleasant experiment in town planning.
We spent the night at the campground in the drop-dead gorgeous tourist town of Tadoussac, at the mouth of the Saguenay River, a fjord marking the eastern boundary of the Labrador peninsula.
The coastal route between Tadoussac and Quebec is a delightfully scenic drive featuring steep hills and charming resort villages.
www.amxfiles.com /stoneji/97trip/quebec.htm   (967 words)

  
 [Sanctuary-naturalist-corps] Baleines
Actually, I will be focusing on Tadoussac, Quebec, as we traveled away from the coast from Boston.
Saint-Siméon is about 150 northeast of Quebec City, and Tadoussac is about 40 miles further north across the confluence of the Sanguenay River and the Saint Lawrence.
Tadoussac has remade itself into a whale watching center.
www.rain.org /pipermail/sanctuary-naturalist-corps/2001-July/000086.html   (1405 words)

  
 A St. Lawrence Adventure
In my quest to stay away from the car, my wife and I took a boat from Quebec City up the St. Lawrence River to Tadoussac, Quebec.
We picked Tadoussac because it's the confluence of the Saguenay River and the St. Lawrence, where fresh water from the Saguenay and salt water from the St. Lawrence mix.
By the time we reached Tadoussac, it was at a good 25 knots and screaming down the fjords of the Saguenay.
savvytraveler.publicradio.org /show/letters/2000/20000722/4.shtml   (409 words)

  
 The Reception - Body 1   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Tadoussac HI Youth Hostel (Maison Majorique) invites you to enjoy its relaxed and friendly atmosphere while you're visiting this exciting region of Québec.
Established in 1974, thousands of people have adopted the Hostel and the enchanting village of Tadoussac as their temporary home.
Part of the Hostelling International and Tourisme Jeunesse networks, our friendly team invite you to visit during any season as we're open all year round, 24 hours a day.
www.fjord-best.com /ajt/recbody1.html   (202 words)

  
 Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN): If you go; Tiny Tadoussac boasts bountiful history.(TRAVEL)@ HighBeam Research   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Tadoussac, Quebec, the first permanent white settlement north of Mexico, was settled as a fur-trade post in 1600.
Watch for festivals and special events all year long.
- Getting there: Tadoussac is on the St. Lawrence River at the mouth of the Saguenay Fjord in the Manicouagan region of Quebec.
www.highbeam.com /library/doc0.asp?DOCID=1G1:62412218&refid=ip_encyclopedia_hf   (200 words)

  
 Canada in images - Travel-Images.com - 16 - Quebec   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Quebec city (Quebec): façades in the old town
Gulf of St. Lawrence (Quebec): forest along the north coast
Natashquan (Quebec): pier on the Jacques Cartier strait
geo.ya.com /travelimages/canada16.html   (139 words)

  
 QUEBEC LIGHTHOUSES
Cap au Saumon, between Tadoussac and Quebec City.
Cap aux Oies, between Tadoussac and Quebec City.
Ile aux Coudres, between Tadoussac and Quebec City.
www.geocities.com /val_james/lighthouses/qc-lighthouse-list.html   (97 words)

  
 Rental Cars Canada Boucherville Drummondville Chicoutimi Longueuil Ste Foy Montreal Tadoussac Quebec CA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
After a long day of sightseeing, business or pleasure, guests will look forward to retiring to the tastefully appointed guest rooms, which are well equipped to meet the needs and expectations modern travelers have come to expect.
TADOUSSAC, PQ, CA E rez By Vip Intl S P O T L I G H T Hotel Tadoussac Complimentary.
Coffee Tea First Class Resort 4 Star Quebec Tourism Rating W E L C O M E Hotel Tadoussac Is Located Where The St. The Breathtaking View From The Lobby Overlooks The Bay And The Marina.
www.rentalcarscanada.com /ca-pq-18-65542ac.html   (1019 words)

  
 Moose Travel Network - Whaler pass in Quebec City, Canada
Some 400 years of history are woven into the very fabric of the city.
It is also the capital city for over 7 million Quebecers.
Come discover Quebec's history, rich heritage, bustling neighbourhoods, vibrant street life, and thriving cultural scene.
www.hostelworld.com /tours/tourdetails.php/TourUID.2627   (396 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Tadoussac, Quebec
A trading post is a place where trading of goods takes place.
The Saguenay River is a major river of Quebec, Canada.
Motto: Don de Dieu feray valoir (Gift of God shall make prosper) Area: 547.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Tadoussac,-Quebec   (361 words)

  
 Appraisal.YourCitySites.com - appraisers in Tadoussac Quebec   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
If you are looking for help in Tadoussac, Quebec then you have found it here.
We specialize in helping people like you in Tadoussac.
Our professionals have the expertise to assist you in Tadoussac.
appraisal.yourcitysites.com /Quebec/Tadoussac/whoweare.php3   (56 words)

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