Unveiling of a work of art by artisan Yannick Bouchard, a native of Chambord
Visit 1er next August, immerse yourself in history and living heritage during a unique encounter with the canoe craftsman Yannick Bouchard.
A native of Chambord, he’ll introduce you to his latest creation:
When time-honored craftsmanship meets the history of Val-Jalbert.
The 1er This coming August, immerse yourself in history and living heritage during a unique encounter with the canoe-builder Yannick Bouchard.
A native of Chambord, he will present his latest creation: an authentic French-Canadian-style bark canoe, a masterpiece of 700 hours of meticulous work, crafted entirely using the traditional techniques of the coureurs des bois.
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A technical feat: Discover a canoe built without a single nail, piece of metal, or drop of glue. All the cedar wood was split by hand and bent by eye using boiling water!
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A Work Rooted in Our Community: Admire the details carved into the winter bark, paying tribute to Val-Jalbert (the workers’ houses, the Village logo, and the legacy of the Ouiatchouan Pulp Company).
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A Story of Passion: Talk with a local artisan who takes pride in keeping exceptional craftsmanship alive—a true enthusiast!
When:
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Date : Saturday 1erAugust 2026
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Time: 13 h 30 (duration: approximately 90 minutes)
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Location: At the mill in the Historic Village (Exhibition Area)
