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Through guided tours, cultural workshops, spiritual celebrations, and moments of sharing, this pilgrimage offers a unique immersion into the heart of Atikamekw cultural richness and the building of precious bonds with the community.
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DAY 1 ǀ SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2026 | VARENNES – LONGUEUIL – KAHNAWAKE – CHATEAUGUAY
9:00 AM – Saint Marguerite d’Youville Sanctuary, Varennes Visit the sanctuary, including the Basilica of Sainte-Anne and the museum. Discover the life and legacy of Saint Marguerite d’Youville, a pioneering figure of faith and charity in Canada. 10:00 AM – Departure for Longueuil 10:30 AM – Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue Co-Cathedral, Longueuil** Explore the co-cathedral, the museum, and the tomb of Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, offering a powerful historical and spiritual testimony. 12:30 PM – Lunch Meal at La Magia Italian restaurant in Old Longueuil (or similar). 2:00 PM – Departure for Kahnawake 2:30 PM – Kahnawake Mohawk Territory Visit the Saint Francis Xavier Mission, the resting place of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, and the Mohawk Cultural Interpretation Centre to better understand the history and spirituality of this Indigenous community. 4:00 PM – Departure for Châteauguay 4:15 PM – Arrival at Manoir d’Youville Visit the historic manor, a site reflecting the colonial era and the life of Saint Marguerite d’Youville. 5:30 PM – Dinner at the Restaurant. Free evening and overnight stay at Manoir d’Youville.
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DAY 2 ǀ SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2026 | CHATEAUGUAY – EASTERN TOWNSHIPS
Morning: Saint-Benoît-du-Lac Abbey Departure from Manoir d’Youville toward the Saint-Benoît-du-Lac Abbey. Guided tour (with audio guides) of this Benedictine monastery, located in an exceptional natural setting overlooking Lake Memphremagog. Founded in 1912, the abbey is renowned for its elegant architecture, interior frescoes, and atmosphere of contemplation. Prayer and Mass: The visit offers a glimpse into the monks’ daily life and prayer spaces, followed by Mass in the abbey church—a special moment for meditation. Local Flavors: Visit a local vineyard or cider house (subject to availability) for an introduction to artisanal production and a tasting of local products. Lunch on-site. Afternoon: Sherbrooke Drive to Sherbrooke to visit the Marie-Léonie Paradis Center, dedicated to the life of Blessed Marie-Léonie Paradis, founder of the Little Sisters of the Holy Family. Discover her heritage through the center’s exhibitions. The visit concludes with the local church, a symbol of Sherbrooke’s religious history.