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Guided tour for the public (in English)
History Nature
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteCost: $12.75 per adult 18 and older (admission fees not included) / $8.50 per youth 17 and younger (free admission fees)
Wheelchair Accessible
Join a guided outdoor tour and explore the “scenes of daily life” where the characters are busy trading furs.
Please note:
- The tour is offered during specific times depending on the language:
- At 10:30 am in English;
- At 1:30 pm in French.
- The tour lasts 90 minutes.
- This activity is also available for groups.
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Guided tour for the public (in French)
History Nature
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteCost: $12.75 per adult 18 and older (admission fees not included) / $8.50 per youth 17 and younger (free admission fees)Wheelchair Accessible
Join a guided outdoor tour and explore the “scenes of daily life” where the characters are busy trading furs.
Please note:
- The tour is offered during specific times depending on the language:
- At 1:30 pm in French;
- At 10:30 am in English.
- The tour lasts 90 minutes.
- This activity is also available for groups.
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Kayak-making demonstration with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
During your visit to Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site, be sure to stop by the outdoor activity centre to watch Anishinaabe artisan Karl Chevrier from the Timiskaming First Nation at work and chat with him.
Throughout the summer, he will demonstrate his traditional craftsmanship by building a birch bark kayak before the amazed eyes of visitors.
Dates and times: Monday to Friday, through September 7, 2026
These workshops are made possible thanks to the Algonquin Nation Programs and Services Secretariat.
Please note:- The schedule is subject to change.
- Mini birchbark canoe making workshop with Karl Chevrier will also take place on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Fees apply.
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New France reenactment
History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteCost: freeWheelchair Accessible
Curious about life in the days of New France?
Meet passionate historical reenactors as they establish their encampment and bring the New France period to life throughout the weekend at Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site.
During your visit, be sure to take part in a guided tour and discover the site's exhibits.
This program is made possible thanks to the support of Amis du Vieux-Fort.
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Junior Adventure Racing World Championship 2026
Sports and recreation
Time: 12:00 PM - 02:00 PMLocation(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWatch the grand opening of the Junior Adventure Racing World Championship, taking place for the very first time in Témiscamingue.
Starting at noon: arrival of participants
At 1 pm: start of the race at the beach of Timiskaming Lake, at Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site
At 2 pm: completion of the startTake this opportunity to visit the exhibits and outdoor facilities at Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site.
This event is made possible by the Société de développement du Témiscamingue.
Please note:
- The event will take place rain or shine.
- The Junior Adventure Racing World Championship runs through July 26, 2026, in Témiscamingue.
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Kayak-making demonstration with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
During your visit to Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site, be sure to stop by the outdoor activity centre to watch Anishinaabe artisan Karl Chevrier from the Timiskaming First Nation at work and chat with him.
Throughout the summer, he will demonstrate his traditional craftsmanship by building a birch bark kayak before the amazed eyes of visitors.
Dates and times: Monday to Friday, through September 7, 2026
These workshops are made possible thanks to the Algonquin Nation Programs and Services Secretariat.
Please note:- The schedule is subject to change.
- Mini birchbark canoe making workshop with Karl Chevrier will also take place on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Fees apply.
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Nature & culture workshop | Mini birchbark canoe making with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMLocation(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteCost: $15 per person (including supplies)Wheelchair Accessible
Enjoy a unique creative experience deeply connected to nature and culture!
You’ll have the chance to explore traditional techniques inspired by ancestral know-how and grounded in environmental respect. You will also take part in a moment of creation and sharing that encourages a meaningful reflection about respect, gratitude, and our relationship with nature while nurturing inspiration and a connection to the living world.
Hurry and reserve your spot for a mini birchbark canoe workshop with contemporary artist, and Anishinaabe artisan from the Timiskaming First Nation, Karl Chevrier.
These workshops are made possible thanks to the support of the Government of Quebec and Amis du Vieux-Fort as part of the Cultural Development Agreement of Témiscamingue regional county municipality.
Please note:
- Reservations are required; call 819-629-3222 or contact Amis du Vieux-Fort on Messenger.
- Decorative wreath making workshop, with Malie Lessard-Therrien, will also take place on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
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Kayak-making demonstration with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
During your visit to Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site, be sure to stop by the outdoor activity centre to watch Anishinaabe artisan Karl Chevrier from the Timiskaming First Nation at work and chat with him.
Throughout the summer, he will demonstrate his traditional craftsmanship by building a birch bark kayak before the amazed eyes of visitors.
Dates and times: Monday to Friday, through September 7, 2026
These workshops are made possible thanks to the Algonquin Nation Programs and Services Secretariat.
Please note:- The schedule is subject to change.
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Kayak-making demonstration with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
During your visit to Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site, be sure to stop by the outdoor activity centre to watch Anishinaabe artisan Karl Chevrier from the Timiskaming First Nation at work and chat with him.
Throughout the summer, he will demonstrate his traditional craftsmanship by building a birch bark kayak before the amazed eyes of visitors.
Dates and times: Monday to Friday, through September 7, 2026
These workshops are made possible thanks to the Algonquin Nation Programs and Services Secretariat.
Please note:- The schedule is subject to change.
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Kayak-making demonstration with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
During your visit to Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site, be sure to stop by the outdoor activity centre to watch Anishinaabe artisan Karl Chevrier from the Timiskaming First Nation at work and chat with him.
Throughout the summer, he will demonstrate his traditional craftsmanship by building a birch bark kayak before the amazed eyes of visitors.
Dates and times: Monday to Friday, through September 7, 2026
These workshops are made possible thanks to the Algonquin Nation Programs and Services Secretariat.
Please note:- The schedule is subject to change.
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Maamawiinowag 150—Where Our Stories Meet
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
Join us in commemorating the 150th anniversary of the gathering of 1876 in Obadjiwan-Fort Témiscamingue.
This significant historical milestone marks the coexistence of the Algonquin, French-Canadian, and British-Scottish peoples, as well as their 1876 gathering—a moment captured by George McLaughlin and acknowledged as the oldest photograph of Abitibi-Témiscamingue.
In fact, the word “Maamawiinowag” in the Algonquin language means “to gather in large numbers” in English.
The exact schedule of commemorations is to be confirmed, but the event will begin in the afternoon.
This event is made possible by the Obadjiwan Corporation.
Please note:
- The event will take place rain or shine.
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Kayak-making demonstration with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
During your visit to Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site, be sure to stop by the outdoor activity centre to watch Anishinaabe artisan Karl Chevrier from the Timiskaming First Nation at work and chat with him.
Throughout the summer, he will demonstrate his traditional craftsmanship by building a birch bark kayak before the amazed eyes of visitors.
Dates and times: Monday to Friday, through September 7, 2026
These workshops are made possible thanks to the Algonquin Nation Programs and Services Secretariat.
Please note:- The schedule is subject to change.
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Nature & culture workshop | Creating a decorative wreath with Malie Lessard-Therrien
Culture and entertainment
Time: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMLocation(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteCost: $15 per person (including supplies)Wheelchair Accessible
Enjoy a unique creative experience deeply connected to nature and culture!
You’ll have the chance to explore traditional techniques inspired by ancestral know-how and grounded in environmental respect. You will also take part in a moment of creation and sharing that encourages a meaningful reflection about respect, gratitude, and our relationship with nature while nurturing inspiration and a connection to the living world.
Hurry and reserve your spot for a workshop on making decorative wreaths with Malie Lessard-Therrien, a biologist from Témiscamingue and a nature-loving artisan.
These workshops are made possible thanks to the support of the Government of Quebec and Amis du Vieux-Fort as part of the Cultural Development Agreement of Témiscamingue regional county municipality.
Please note:
- Reservations are required; call 819-629-3222 or contact Amis du Vieux-Fort on Messenger.
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Kayak-making demonstration with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
During your visit to Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site, be sure to stop by the outdoor activity centre to watch Anishinaabe artisan Karl Chevrier from the Timiskaming First Nation at work and chat with him.
Throughout the summer, he will demonstrate his traditional craftsmanship by building a birch bark kayak before the amazed eyes of visitors.
Dates and times: Monday to Friday, through September 7, 2026
These workshops are made possible thanks to the Algonquin Nation Programs and Services Secretariat.
Please note:- The schedule is subject to change.
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Kayak-making demonstration with Karl Chevrier
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PMLocation(s): Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic SiteWheelchair Accessible
During your visit to Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site, be sure to stop by the outdoor activity centre to watch Anishinaabe artisan Karl Chevrier from the Timiskaming First Nation at work and chat with him.
He will demonstrate his traditional craftsmanship by building a birch bark kayak before the amazed eyes of visitors.
This workshop is made possible thanks to the Algonquin Nation Programs and Services Secretariat.
Please note:- The schedule is subject to change.
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