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Sept Iles at a Glance
Although Sept Iles was officially founded in the 1950s, this area has been
seeking action for hundreds of years. From French explorer Jaques Cartier and
European fishermen taking advantage of the rich waters, to the aboriginal Innu
peoples, these islands have always been a popular area. The town is made up
of seven islands on the shores of the St.
Lawrence River, two of which are First Nations reserves. Sept Iles originally
saw its development come in the form of railway construction and mining activities.
The local aluminum processing centre is still the major industry in the area.
Travellers visiting the islands can take advantage of its over 54 km (34 mi)
of shoreline while exploring the waters of the St. Lawrence. The 1247 km (775
mi) river is the most important shipping way in Canada
and is steeped with history. Inquisitive sojourners can head to the North
Shore Regional Museum where they can learn about the deep history of the
area. For sports enthusiast looking to relax with a few drinks, La
Cage Aux Sports is a popular local watering hole adored with sports memorabilia.
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