Misplaced Pages

#799200

29-702: The Serpent River flows entirely in forest area, west of the Gouin Reservoir . Forestry is the main economic activity of this hydrographic slope; recreational tourism activities, second. The surface of the river is usually frozen from mid-December to mid-April. The south side of the Snake River Head Zone is served by the Canadian National Railway and a forest road from the west along the North Railway and then along

58-592: A doctor and Séraphine Fugère and was educated at Sorel College, Lévis College and Laval University in Montreal . He was called to the Bar in 1884. He practised with people heavily involved in Canadian and Quebec politics: Honoré Mercier , whose daughter he married, Louis-Olivier Taillon , Raymond Préfontaine , Joseph-Émery Robidoux , Louis-Philippe Bérard and Rodolphe Lemieux . He represented major railway companies. He

87-540: A good management of the fish resource. Download coordinates as: Lomer Gouin Sir Jean Lomer Gouin , KCMG PC (March 19, 1861 – March 28, 1929) was a Canadian politician. He served as 13th premier of Quebec , as a Cabinet minister in the federal government of Canada, and as the 15th lieutenant governor of Quebec . He was born in Grondines, Quebec to Dr. Joseph-Nérée Gouin,

116-411: A number of outfitters offering recreational tourism activities such hunting trips, fishing trips, excursions in all-terrain vehicles (ex.: snowmobiles, VTT), nautical expeditions, photographic hunting, lodging in cottages, in house-boat, in hostel (auberge)... Many of these outfitters also provide equipment supply and maintenance services related to recreational tourism activities. Generally, each outfitter

145-439: A position he held until his resignation in 1920, while also holding the position of Attorney General (1905-1919) and, briefly, Minister of Colonization, Mines and Fisheries in 1907. In the 1908 election , faced with a surge of nationalists led by Henri Bourassa and Armand Lavergne , he ran in both Portneuf and Saint-Hyacinthe , as the law of the day allowed. He was elected in the first constituency and defeated by Bourassa in

174-556: A relative long shoreline of over 5,600 km (3,500 mi) (excluding islands) compared to its surface area of 1,570 km (610 sq mi). It is the source of the Saint-Maurice River . This large reservoir extends into the cantons of (in order, in row from north to south): With a total of 275 km (171 mi) of waterways, this reservoir is a popular fishing destination with numerous commercial outfitters and private lodges along its shores. There are also

203-596: A starting point for hunting and fishing expeditions in the region, as well as for forestry projects. Although no paved road leads to the Gouin Reservoir, it is nevertheless accessible by several forested pathways, snowmobile trails and by air. The hydrographic slope of the Gouin Reservoir is accessible by: Outdoor enthusiasts can reach the Gouin Reservoir by canoe waterway from the Canadian National line connecting La Tuque to Senneterre , passing to

232-634: Is connected to Gouin Reservoir via Oskélanéo Lake and Oskélanéo River . This river flows on the south shore of Bureau Lake (Gouin Reservoir) . The village of Oskélanéo was formed following the arrival in 1910 of the transcontinental railway ; the station was designated "Oskélanéo River". Through the railway, the village became a supply depot and access point to the Rupert River , Mistassini Lake and other areas of northern Quebec . It also became

261-604: Is crossed to the west by the Mégiscane River, which flows generally towards the west forming large zigzags, until the east shore of Parent Lake (Abitibi) . This last lake is crossed to the north by the Louvicourt River , whose current will flow on the south shore of Tiblemont Lake . This confluence of the Serpent River with the Mégiscane River is located at 95.6 kilometres (59.4 mi) north-east of

290-586: Is equipped with a marina offering various boating services. The reservoir is named after Jean Lomer Gouin , who was Premier of Quebec when, in 1918, the Shawinigan Water & Power Company impounded the reservoir for hydroelectric development. The Gouin Reservoir has a 600 kW station for local use, but is used to control the flow of the St-Maurice River for the stations down-stream (all operated now by Hydro-Québec ). Initially,

319-516: Is located on the reservoir's north shore. During the construction of the first Loutre dam (the name given to the dam prior to the Gouin name as it is known today), the Amerindians lived near Obedjiwan Lake, which was flooded when the reservoir was filled. At that time, the residents moved and rebuilt their village on the site of the present village of Obedjiwan, Quebec . The village of Oskélanéo

SECTION 10

#1732791829800

348-462: The general election . William Lyon Mackenzie King 's Liberals then took power and Gouin was appointed Minister of Justice (1921-1924). He did not stand for re-election in 1925 and returned to the practice of law while sitting on the boards of directors of numerous companies. He was appointed Lieutenant-Governor on 10 January 1929. On the following 18 March, while in Parliament to prorogue

377-416: The "Commission des eaux courantes du Québec" ( English: Quebec Running Water Board ) wanted to facilitate the floating of wood that was routed via the Saint-Maurice River , to the paper mills of La Tuque to Trois-Rivières . The first work was built on La Loutre rapids in 1916-1917. The Shawinigan Water & Power Company decided to raise the level of the reservoir in 1948 and it was also decided to divert

406-446: The Gouin reservoir are (clockwise from the Gouin dam): This large reservoir has many bays and islands making navigation complex. Before the existence of geolocation systems that developed in the 2000s, many navigators lost their way on the water. (Clockwise, from the mouth) (Clockwise, from the mouth) The main lakes included in the reservoir or related are: Toussaint , Magnan , McSweeney and Du Mâle Lake . (Clockwise, from

435-520: The West), discharge (from the West) of a set of lakes in swampy area, discharge of a set of lakes (coming from Northeast) in mountain areas. The Serpent Lake feeds on the Strait connecting it to Mitikoganik Lakes and the southwest (Longpré and Racine Lakes) outlet. Around this body of water, the highest mountain peak reaches 486 metres (1,594 ft) west of Mitikoganik lakes and 490 metres (1,610 ft) in

464-545: The confluence of the Mégiscane River at 10.7 kilometres (6.6 mi) north of the confluence of the Kekek River, 104.1 kilometres (64.7 mi) northeast of downtown Senneterre and 30.5 kilometres (19.0 mi) north of the former Roll-Siding Railway Station of the Canadian National Railway . The term "Serpent" refers to the narrowness of the lake, especially the northern part. The toponym "Serpent River"

493-699: The east. This body of water takes the shape of a snorkel whose blower looks to the east. Along the length, Mitikoganik lakes have many islands and peninsulas in its southern part. This head of water is located at: The mouth of the Serpent Lake is located on the boundary of Valmy and Trévet Townships, which is 3.4 kilometres (2.1 mi) north of the Canadian National Railway (or 4.8 kilometres (3.0 mi) from Gagnon-Siding Railway Station), at 88.4 kilometres (54.9 mi) east of downtown Senneterre, at 114.5 kilometres (71.1 mi) west of

522-707: The headwaters of the Mégiscane River and the Suzie River , which flowed naturally to James Bay via the Mégiscane River , the Bell River (Quebec) and the Nottaway River ; and to bring their waters to the Saint Lawrence River by the Saint-Maurice River . A series of dikes and canals were needed to divert the water from these rivers and still today; these works are unknown to the general public. The small Atikamekw community of Obedjiwan

551-424: The mouth) The many passes between the islands or peninsulas facilitate navigation on the reservoir.(Clockwise, from the mouth) Fish species present include the walleye , northern pike , and sauger . Fishers sometimes catch lake trout and brook trout, but these species are more marginal because this vast body of water is the ideal reference point for pike, which is very fond of small fish. Waterfowl present in

580-739: The region include the American black duck ( Anas rubripes ), mallard ( Anas platyrhynchos ), green-winged teal ( Anas crecca ), ring-necked duck ( Aythya collaris ), common merganser ( Mergus merganser ), hooded merganser ( Lophodytes cucullatus ), common goldeneye ( Bucephala clangula ), bufflehead ( Bucephala albeola ), common loon ( Gavia immer ), Canada goose ( Branta canadensis ), bald eagle ( Haliaeetus leucocephalus ). The main mammals in Haute-Mauricie are: moose, white-tailed deer, bears, hares, red foxes, muskrats, skunks and raccoons. The fishermen are required to comply with

609-592: The regulations, especially when the number of catch. Depending on the season, hunting is also regulated by territory, type of game and type of weapon. The "Gouin Reservoir Community Wildlife Area" works to preserve the diversity of wildlife, improve the quality of fishing and protect it. In its role of surveillance of the territory, this non-profit organization collaborates with the Ministry of Forests, Wildlife and Parks (MFFP) to maintain

SECTION 20

#1732791829800

638-724: The second. Re-elected in both Portneuf and Saint-Jean in 1912 , he chose Portneuf and was re-elected there in 1916 and 1919 . He was responsible for the Workmen's Compensation Act, passed in 1909, the incorporation of Ungava into Quebec in 1912 and the Good Roads Act. He created the Ministère de la Voirie in 1912. He reorganised municipal administration in Montreal and developed education by creating normal schools for girls and technical schools in Montreal and Quebec City. He

667-546: The shore. South of the upper part of the Serpent River. The Serpent River originates at the mouth of the body of water (total navigable length: 12.5 kilometres (7.8 mi); maximum width: 1.0 kilometre (0.62 mi); altitude: 406 metres (1,332 ft)) with two parts: the southern part (Serpent Lake) has a length of 3.3 kilometres (2.1 mi) and the northern part (Mitikoganik Lakes), 11.3 kilometres (7.0 mi). The two parts are contiguous. The Mitikoganik lakes feed mainly on surrounding streams: Lake Bédard discharge (from

696-468: The south of the reservoir (railway stops in order from west to east): The village of Parent and the village of Clova, Quebec , both now part of the City of La Tuque . These villages are located approximately 40 km (25 mi) south of the reservoir and are accessible by a forested road and by train with Via Rail . A seaplane base is located at the top of the Gouin dam. The main rivers flowing into

725-483: The village center of Parent and 28.5 kilometres (17.7 mi) north-east of the confluence of the Serpent River with the Mégiscane River. The main hydrographic slopes near the Serpent River are: From the mouth of Snake Lake, the Serpent River flows on 41.4 kilometres (25.7 mi) according to the following segments: The Serpent River discharges on the southeastern shore of the Noisy Bay of Canusio Lake , which

754-531: Was President of the Quebec Bar in 1910 and 1911. On May 24, 1888, he married Éliza Mercier, daughter of Honoré Mercier. Their son, Paul Gouin , later led the Action libérale nationale party. He began his long political career by losing as a Liberal candidate in the riding of Richelieu in the 1891 federal election . His first electoral success came in 1897 when he was elected MNA for Montréal No. 2 . He

783-550: Was also responsible for the École des hautes études commerciales in Montreal , the École centrale de préparation et d'arpentage and the École forestières opened in 1907 at Université Laval . In 1920, he was appointed to the Legislative Council as the representative for the Salaberry division. He resigned the following year to run successfully as a Liberal candidate in the federal riding of Laurier—Outremont in

812-652: Was formalized on December 5, 1968, at the Commission de toponymie du Québec , e.g. at its creation. Download coordinates as: Gouin Reservoir The Gouin Reservoir (French: Réservoir Gouin ) is a man-made lake , fully within the boundaries of the City of La Tuque , Quebec, Canada. It is not one contiguous body of water, but the collective name for a series of connected lakes separated by innumerable bays , peninsulas , and islands with highly irregular shapes. It has therefore

841-439: Was re-elected in 1900 and 1904 . He held the positions of Commissioner of Public Works (1900-1901), then Minister of Colonization and Public Works (1901-1905) in the cabinet of Simon-Napoléon Parent . Along with his colleagues Alexander Weir and Adélard Turgeon , he resigned with a view to overthrowing Parent, who had to leave in the face of this rebellion in his own party. He was appointed Premier of Quebec on 23 March 1905,

#799200