Just as it was in so many Quebec communities, life in Charlesbourg in the early 20th century was shaped by Catholic religious life. In Trait-Carré, Charlesbourg’s historic centre, stands Saint-Charles-Borromée Church, which was built in 1830. From 1904 to 1962, the Marist Brothers were responsible for educating young boys at the Académie de Charlesbourg. A corps of Zouave cadets was formed in 1923, followed by adult Zouaves in 1948. The Zouaves were present at all public processions, underlining their allegiance to the Pope. The Société d’histoire de Charlesbourg invites you to immerse yourself in the past.
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Saint-Charles-Borromée Church has been transformed several times over the course of its existence. The renovations done between 1923 and 1925, under parish priest Charles-Ovide Godbout, were particularly significant. The lateral galleries were removed, and the altarpiece was opened in three places to accommodate the organ and choir. In 1959, the building was listed as a historic monument, prompting a restoration campaign.
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