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Ukrainian Celebration in Rouyn, 1938

Ukrainian Celebration in Rouyn, 1938

This celebration took place in Rouyn in 1938. It was organized by the Ukrainian Society Prosvita to honour poet Taras Shevchenko (1813–1863).
The Régal Theatre Is a Crowd Puller!

The Régal Theatre Is a Crowd Puller!

Régal Theatre was located on Perrault Street near the intersection of Principale Street. This 325-seat theatre was the first to open in Rouyn. Owner Ms. H.S. Carey began […]
The Arena and the Curling Arena of Noranda

The Arena and the Curling Arena of Noranda

The Noranda arena and curling arena were located on the corner of 9th Street and 2nd Avenue (now known as Murdoch Street) and were built in 1928. The […]
Skating Rink on Osisko Lake

Skating Rink on Osisko Lake

In the early days of Rouyn, the snow on Édouard Lake and Osisko Lake was cleared so that people could skate and play hockey. On Osisko Lake, the […]