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Dispensaire of the Guard - National historic site 

June to september
339, route 111
La Corne (Qc), Canada
J0Y 1R0
Municipality:
Abitibi-Témiscamingue
A visit to the Dispensaire of the Guard full of discovery and excitement. During the guided tour, visitors can meet Nurse Duchemin who worked as a nurse from 1936 to 1976. The site pays tribute to the colony’s nurses, helps visitors learn about the colonization of Abitibi and the evolution of Quebec's healthcare system. The multimedia environment and the authenticity of the building make it a unique attraction in Quebec.

June to september
339, route 111
La Corne (Qc), Canada
J0Y 1R0

 
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