Saint‑Adrien is a parish municipality in the province of Quebec, Canada. It is situated within the Les Maskoutains Regional County Municipality (RCM) in the Montérégie administrative region, approximately 70 kilometres (44 mi) east of Montreal.
Geography
- Coordinates: 45°28′N 73°10′W (approximately).
- The municipality covers a land area of about 92.5 km² (35.7 sq mi).
- It lies in the Eastern Standard Time zone (UTC−5) and observes Eastern Daylight Time (UTC−4) during the summer months.
Administration
- Federal electoral district: Saint‑Jean.
- Provincial electoral district: Saint‑Jean.
- The local government is headed by a mayor; the most recent municipal council information is maintained by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MAMH).
Demographics
- According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Saint‑Adrien had a recorded population, with a noted trend of modest growth relative to the 2016 Census. Specific population figures are published by Statistics Canada.
History
- The parish of Saint‑Adrien was established in the mid‑19th century, with municipal incorporation following the enactment of the Municipal Code of Quebec. The community developed primarily around agriculture and later diversified its local economy.
Economy and Services
- The local economy is largely based on agriculture, small‑scale manufacturing, and service industries supporting the surrounding rural area.
- Municipal services include road maintenance, waste management, and recreational facilities managed by the town council.
Infrastructure
- Postal code: J0H 1R0.
- Area code: 450 and 579.
- Transportation routes include provincial roads that connect Saint‑Adrien to nearby municipalities such as Saint‑Théodore‑d'Acton and Saint‑Girard.
Cultural and Community Features
- Saint‑Adrien hosts community events typical of small Quebec municipalities, including annual fêtes, agricultural fairs, and religious celebrations linked to its parish heritage.
References
- Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
- Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l'Habitation (MAMH), Quebec municipal directory.
- Government of Quebec, Commission de toponymie du Québec.
