Saint-Jacques

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Saint-Jacques, NB, Unincorporated Place. Saint-Jacques is located along Rivière Madawaska and makes up the western part of the city of EDMUNDSTON. The area was first settled in 1834 by Irish settlers, and the community was known as Silverstream. The area's post office first opened in 1870. French settlers later became the majority of the area's population, and the name of the village was changed in 1902. Its name is taken from the surrounding parish. Saint-Jacques was incorporated as a village in 1966 but has been part of the city of Edmundston since 1998.

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In 1993, the Jardin botanique du Nouveau-Brunswick was established in the community. The garden includes 2 arboretums and 8 distinct gardens with many annuals and perennials. Saint-Jacques is the gateway to New Brunswick for travellers coming from Québec.

Author DEBORAH WELCH and MICHAEL PAYNE


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Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce
The website for the Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce (APCC), formerly the Maritime Board of Trade. Formed in 1896, this organization promotes and supports business and economic development in Atlantic Canada. Click on "Chambers" for links to local Chambers of Commerce.

Edmundston Madawaska
A nicely illustrated website that highlights the many cultural and natural attractions (including the New Brunswick Botanical Garden) in the Edmundston region of New Brunswick.

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