Mékinac County rewards everyday life with big-sky scenery and small-town ease. Forested hills and hundreds of lakes invite year-round adventure, from paddling quiet coves on the Saint-Maurice River to snowmobiling deep into the backcountry. Families and weekenders alike gravitate to Saint-Tite each September for the legendary Festival Western de St-Tite, a world-class rodeo and cultural celebration with an electric atmosphere that still feels friendly and local. Nature is never far: the rugged trails and lookouts of La Mauricie National Park let you trade errands for evergreens in minutes, while Tourisme Mauricie offers trip ideas to string together beaches, waterfalls, and cozy auberges.
Schools in the county are served by the Centre de services scolaire de l’Énergie, with programs that emphasize student support and community connection. Older students can continue close to home at Cégep de Shawinigan or pursue degrees at the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières. Healthcare is coordinated by the CIUSSS de la Mauricie-et-du-Centre-du-Québec, with clinics and hospitals accessible across the region. Commuters appreciate straight-shot drives to employment and amenities in nearby Shawinigan, Trois-Rivières, and La Tuque, while local markets, sugar shacks, and outfitters keep weekends delightfully full.
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