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Sept-Iles, Canada
Situated on a somewhat circular bay near the St. Lawrence River, modern Sept-Iles was almost built overnight in the mid-20th century by an iron ore company. Alphabetically ordered streets make it easy to navigate to the city's museums and historical centers.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Sept-Îles, Canada Shop for handcrafted goods by the Innu community that include artwork, jewelry, moccasins and more. -
Time Zone
Eastern Daylight Time -
Language
English and French “Bonjour” means hello while “s'il vous plait” means please. To ask how much something is, say “c'est combien?” -
Currency & Shopping
Canadian dollar -
Famous For
Fishing, rich Innu culture and spectacular, rugged landscapes attract guests to Sept-Îles. -
Important
Bring light clothes for layering as temperatures can vary throughout the day. -
Fun Fact #1
Grande Basque island is part of the small archipelago off the coast of Sept-Îles and features miles of hiking trails through pristine forest and scenic beaches that are ideal for picnics. -
Fun Fact #2
Learn about the Innu people, their traditions and culture and connection to the land at the Shaputuan Museum. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Sample a delicious assortment of cheeses that are produced in the region and pair them with ice cider (grapes are frozen before fermentation), which originated in Quebec. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
Port-Cartier-Sept-Îles Wildlife Reserve encompasses approximately one thousand lakes, fifteen rivers and numerous springs among its more than two thousand acres. You can hike through old growth forest, go fishing and possibly encounter moose, black bears, caribou, grouse and much more.