Saint-Hubert, a borough in the city of Longueuil, Quebec, Canada, is a vibrant community with a rich history and a thriving economy. Located in the Montérégie region, Saint-Hubert is about 14 kilometres from downtown Montreal. The borough, which was a separate city until January 1, 2002, is now home to Longueuil's city hall. With a population of 78,336 in 2006 and an area of 65.98 km2, Saint-Hubert is a bustling hub of commercial, industrial, and agricultural enterprises.
Saint-Hubert is home to a wide array of businesses, with the aerospace industry being a key player. Pratt & Whitney Canada, a renowned jet engine manufacturer, operates a plant near Saint-Hubert Airport. The Canadian Space Agency also has its head office in the borough. The École nationale d'aérotechnique, a school specializing in aeronautics and operated by Collège Édouard-Montpetit, is another significant institution in the borough.
Named after Hubertus, who later became known as St. Hubert, the city was established as a parish in 1860 and granted official city status in 1958. In 1971, the former city of Laflèche merged with Saint-Hubert. The borough also played a significant role during the 1970 October Crisis when Quebec Labour Minister Pierre Laporte was held at Saint-Hubert Airport. Today, a park named Parc Pierre-Laporte stands in his honour.
Saint-Hubert is divided into four distinct sectors: Iberville, Laflèche, Laurendeau, and Maricourt. Each of these neighbourhoods has its unique charm and history, contributing to the diverse culture of the borough.
Saint-Hubert is home to several historic localities, including Brentwood, Brookline, Castle Gardens, Croydon, East Greenfield, Pinehurst, and Springfield Park. These neighbourhoods, each with its unique history and character, add to the rich tapestry of Saint-Hubert's heritage.
Saint-Hubert boasts a medium-sized airport, the Montréal/Saint-Hubert Airport, which is among the busiest in Canada in terms of aircraft movements. The borough is also served by the Longueuil–Saint-Hubert commuter rail station on the Réseau de transport métropolitain's Mont-Saint-Hilaire line. Key roads in the borough include Grande-Allée, Taschereau Boulevard, Cousineau Boulevard, Chemin Chambly, Payer Boulevard, Mountainview Boulevard, Kimber / Maricourt Boulevards, and Gaëtan Boucher Boulevard.
Saint-Hubert has a sister city relationship with Saint-Nazaire, France, established in 1991. This partnership fosters cultural exchange and mutual understanding between the two cities.
