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Sorel-Tracy

Sorel-Tracy is a city in southwestern Quebec, Canada, located at the confluence of the Richelieu River and the St.

Updated July 31, 20261 min readCited sources

Sorel-Tracy is a city in southwestern Quebec, located at the confluence of the Richelieu and St. Lawrence rivers. It was created in 2001 by merging the historic towns of Sorel and Tracy.

What it is

Sorel-Tracy lies in the Montérégie region, northeast of Montreal, at the meeting of two major rivers. It serves as the seat of the Pierre-De Saurel regional county municipality and is a notable port and industrial hub.

Why it matters

The area's history goes back to Fort Richelieu in 1642, making it part of Canada’s early colonial story. It has long been a centre for shipbuilding, steelmaking, titanium smelting, and port activity, contributing to the industrial and maritime economy of the St. Lawrence corridor.

Key details

The 2021 census recorded a population of 35,165. Key industries include ship repairing, steelmaking, titanium smelting, and manufacturing. The mayor is Patrick Péloquin.

In short

  • Located at the mouth of the Richelieu River on the St. Lawrence
  • Created in 2001 by merging Sorel and Tracy
  • Population 35,165 (2021 census)
  • Known for shipbuilding, steelmaking, and port activity
Canadian angle

Sorel-Tracy is a Quebec city with a notable role in Canadian industrial, maritime, and colonial history, and it is part of the St. Lawrence corridor important to Canadian geography and trade.

Quick questions

Where is Sorel-Tracy?
In southwestern Quebec, at the confluence of the Richelieu and St. Lawrence rivers, northeast of Montreal.
What is Sorel-Tracy known for?
Its port and industrial activities, especially ship repairing, steelmaking, titanium smelting, and manufacturing.
What is the population of Sorel-Tracy?
35,165 according to the 2021 Canadian census.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sorel-Tracy
    Supports: Location in southwestern Quebec, confluence of the Richelieu and St. Lawrence rivers, and 2021 population.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/place/Sorel-Tracy
    Supports: Historical development, amalgamation in 2001, and industrial/port significance.
  3. Wikiwand — https://www.wikiwand.com/fr/articles/Sorel-Tracy
    Supports: Sorel and Tracy merger and regional county municipality role.