L'Ascension-de-Notre-Seigneur is a charming parish municipality nestled in the heart of Quebec, Canada. This quaint locale is situated within the regional county municipality of Lac-Saint-Jean-Est, in the picturesque Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. The name L'Ascension-de-Notre-Seigneur translates to "the Ascension of Our Lord" in English, reflecting the area's rich religious heritage.
The history of L'Ascension-de-Notre-Seigneur dates back to 1896 when the area was first opened for colonization. The parish was officially formed on June 8, 1916, and by 1919, the place was incorporated, adopting the name of the parish. This historical journey has shaped the community into the vibrant municipality it is today.
According to the 2021 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, L'Ascension-de-Notre-Seigneur boasts a population of 2,079. This figure represents a 4.6% increase from its 2016 population of 1,987, indicating a steady growth trend. The municipality is home to 855 private dwellings out of a total of 985.
The land area of L'Ascension-de-Notre-Seigneur spans 130.84 km2 (50.52 sq mi), resulting in a population density of 15.9/km2 (41.2/sq mi) in 2021. The population trend over the years is as follows:
In terms of language, the community is predominantly French-speaking, with 100% of the population citing French as their first language. English, other languages, and bilingualism (English and French) are not reported in the mother tongue category.
