Created in 1901 around a pulp and paper mill, this site is a fine example of a company village built to retain its workforce. It is set apart by the diversity of its houses and by a wide range of institutional and commercial buildings for an industrial complex of the time.
On September 13, Yolande Cohen, representative of the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada, highlighted the national historic significance of the Historical Village of Val-Jalbert. A special ceremony was held in Chambord, in the heart of the Historical Village of Val-Jalbert, to unveil a commemorative plaque.
The closure of the factory in 1927 caused the gradual abandonment of the site, which became a "ghost village." The conservation and presentation of this site since the 1960s is part of a movement to save the country's built heritage. Today, the preservation and authenticity of the place attracts thousands of visitors who discover its rich history and relive its heyday.
Through the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada, the Government of Canada commemorates the significant places, people and events that shaped our country to help Canadians and youth connect with their past. The commemoration process relies heavily on public nominations. To date, over 2,200 subjects have been designated.
National historic designations reflect turning points in Canada's history. Together they tell the story of who we are and bring us closer to our past, enriching our understanding of ourselves, each other and our country. Heritage sites provide a wide range of cultural, social, economic and environmental benefits to their communities.
