Howick is the third smallest municipality in the

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, located in Le Haut-Saint-Laurent Regional County Municipality. The population as of the

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was 850. Situated along the English River in the heart of the Chateauguay Valley, it is approximately 50 minutes southwest of

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and 20 minutes north of the

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Geography

Lakes & Rivers

The following waterways pass through or are situated within the municipality's boundaries: *English River – runs south to north along Howick's southeast boundary

Demographics

Population

Language

Attractions

Located outside Howick, in the hamlet of Allan's Corners, is the site of the Battle of the Chateauguay, where on October 25, 1813 Canadian and Native forces fought and repelled an invading American force that was planning to attack Montreal during the

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. There is a National Parks of Canada museum near the site of the battle.

Transportation

The

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provides commuter and local bus services.

References

{{Authority control Municipalities in Quebec Incorporated places in Le Haut-Saint-Laurent Regional County Municipality