Historical Facts
Located on the borders of Madawaska and Victoria counties, the Saint-André neighbourhood has many streams running through its numerous hills and valleys. The farmland is among the most beautiful, productive and attractive in the region. Potato growing is the dominant industry; they are grown for seed, consumption and processing. Oats, wheat, barley and buckwheat are also grown in Saint-André. Come and breathe in the fresh air of the natural surroundings and admire the scenery of this charming countryside.
- At the McCain plant in the neighbourhood, potatoes from local farmers are processed into French fries for export around the world.
- The Saint-André neighbourhood is home to Laforge BioEnvironmental, a leading NB based provider of solutions for transforming industrial waste into clean energy.
Suggested itinerary
- Visit the century-old church in the heart of the community;
- Play bingo at the Recreational Center on Tuesday and Sunday evenings;
- Play a game of softball with friends.