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Map of Mauricie around 1912

The map shows the Saint-Maurice drainage basin and identifies the railway route as well as the many industries located in the region, including Canada Iron Corporation in Trois-Rivières, Belgo in Shawinigan, and Québec & St. Maurice Industrial Company in La Tuque.

Antonin Zaruba

The Saint-Maurice’s potential attracted many companies who helped develop the region and the river to improve productivity.

This map shows the major companies from various industries that benefited from the river’s hydraulic power, including the Wayagamack in Trois-Rivières, the Pittsburgh Reduction in Shawinigan, and the Québec & St. Maurice Industrial Company in La Tuque.