Lorraine, Quebec, is a prosperous off-island suburb of Montreal, nestled on the north shore of the Rivière des Mille-Îles in the Thérèse-De Blainville Regional County Municipality. This southwestern Quebec town is known for its lack of industries, limited commercial district, and a large portion of its territory dedicated to wild forest.
The town is divided into two areas, Uptown and Downtown, colloquially known as Lorraine en haut and Lorraine en bas due to the northern area's higher ground. These two areas are separated by Quebec freeway A-640 and are connected by the main street, Boulevard de Gaulle, overpass.
Lorraine, Quebec, is renowned for its high-end homes with immaculate lawns. Many properties feature in-ground swimming pools due to the region's hot and humid summers. The town takes pride in its completely underground utility networks, contributing to the aesthetic appeal of the municipality.
Lorraine was founded on February 4, 1960, and named after the French region of the same name. The town was established on the Garth estate, which served as the British army's headquarters during the Patriote rebellion in 1837. Maison Garth, built in 1833, is listed as a historic monument and is still in use.
Lorraine offers a variety of activities for children. The town features a municipal swimming pool, tennis court, soccer fields, and basketball courts, along with numerous parks. The Recreation and Cultural Services Department organizes a range of activities and events dedicated to children.
Adults in Lorraine can engage in volunteering, library programs, lectures on various topics, exhibitions, competitions, and many other activities. The town also offers a mobile library service.
Lorraine experiences a humid continental climate. Winters are cold with substantial snowfall, while summers are hot and humid. The town enjoys all four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Lorraine had a population of 9,502 living in 3,393 of its 3,437 total private dwellings. This represented a 1.6% increase from its 2016 population of 9,352. With a land area of 5.9 km2 (2.3 sq mi), it had a population density of 1,610.5/km2 (4,171.2/sq mi) in 2021.
In 2007, the town of Lorraine was recognized by the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects under the Awards of Excellence Program for 'La Promenade Riveraine Du Domaine Garth' project.
According to the Canada 2006 Census, the population was 9,352 with a growth rate of 1.3% from 2011-2016. The area was 6.04 km². As per the Regions and Municipal Affairs Ministry of Quebec (as of 2017), the population was 9,589, and the area was 6.02 km².
