Saint-Gédéon-de-Beauce is a charming municipality nestled in the Beauce-Sartigan Regional County Municipality in Quebec, Canada. As part of the Chaudière-Appalaches region, it boasts a population of 2,093 as of 2021. The community is named after the biblical judge Gideon, adding a touch of historical significance to its identity.
The municipality of Saint-Gédéon-de-Beauce was officially created in February 2003. This formation was the result of a merger between the parish municipality of Saint-Gédéon and the municipality of Saint-Gédéon-de-Beauce. Interestingly, these two entities had split in 1950, only to reunite and form the present-day Saint-Gédéon-de-Beauce.
Saint-Gédéon-de-Beauce is not just a place of historical and cultural significance. It also holds a prominent position in the industrial landscape of Canada. The municipality is home to Canam, one of the largest steel joist factories in the country. This adds a modern, industrial edge to the community's historical charm.
Adding to its unique charm, Saint-Gédéon-de-Beauce holds a distinctive trivia. It is the only municipality whose territory straddles the Chaudière River without having a bridge across it. This unique feature sets it apart from other municipalities in the region and adds to its local appeal.
