About la cité
La Cité de l’Énergie Our History
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1947
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1947
The Shawinigan Water & Power Company is planning to set up an electricity museum inside its first power station.
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1985
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1985
Founding of the Centre d’Interprétation Industriel du Centre de la Mauricie Inc.
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1989
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1989
First exhibition of objects on the industrial history of Shawinigan at La Rotonde.
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1990
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1990
Second exhibition at La Rotonde on the theme of the industrial epicenter of Quebec.
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1991
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1991
Hiring of a General Manager, Mr. Robert Trudel.
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1994
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1994
Official announcement of the financial contribution of the federal and provincial governments for a sum of 9 million dollars.
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1995
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1995
Construction of the observation tower begins.
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1997
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June 21, 1997
Official opening of la Cité de l’énergie to the general public.
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2001
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2001
Acquisition of the former Alcan aluminum smelter as part of its centenary.
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2001 – 2006
Presentation of the night show, Kosmogonia.
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2002
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2002
Recognition of the historical importance of the former Shawinigan aluminum smelter by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada.
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2003
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2003
Presentation in the buildings of the former aluminum smelter, known as Espace Shawinigan since 2006, of the art exhibition entitled Le corps transformé, which attracted 65,000 visitors in collaboration with the National Gallery of Canada.
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2004
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2004
L’arche de Noé Exhibition, Espace Shawinigan.
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2005
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2005
Les éléments de la nature Exhibition, Espace Shawinigan.
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2006
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2006
Cai Guo-Quang Exhibition, Déroulement, Espace Shawinigan.
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2007
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2007
Carsten Höller Exhibition, Deux ans plus tôt, Espace Shawinigan.
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2007 – 2011
Eclyps show
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2008
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2008
Ron Mueck, Guy Ben-Ner, La vraie vie Exhibition, Espace Shawinigan.
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2009
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2009
Complete renewal of the Science Center’s exhibitions with the presentation of a new multimedia exhibition entitled Energia, l’ame de la terre along with the exhibitions, Les Ages de l’énergie and Nos belles histories.
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2009
Flagrant délit Exhibition, La performance du spectacle, Espace Shawinigan.
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2009 – 2017
Second permanent exhibition : Energia.
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2010
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2010 – 2011
L’echo-l’eau Exhibition, Richard Purdy, Espace Shawinigan.
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2012
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2012
Opening of the Prime Minister Jean Chrétien Museum – Canada in the World.
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2012
Exhibition Tout feu tout flamme, Espace Shawinigan.
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2012 – 2014
Presentation of the night show, Amos Daragon, the first adventure.
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2015
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2015 – 2017
Presentation of the night show, Dragao, an adventure by Amos Daragon.
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2017
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2017
Relocation of the Prime Minister Jean Chrétien Museum – Canada in the World to the Science Center.
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2018
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2018
Renewal of the Science Center with the inauguration of its third exhibition and its multimedia Planet Energy.
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2018
Presentation of the night show, Nezha, l’enfant pirate.
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2018
The current Director General, Ms. Sandie Letendre, takes office.
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2022
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2022
25th anniversary.
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Our mission
La Cité de l’énergie is an immersive museum complex with the mission to inform, showcase, and educate the public about the history, heritage, and industrial development of Shawinigan and its region, as well as the scientific culture in the fields of energy and industries.
Our vision
The City of Energy stands out with its immersive activities that place the visitor at the center of their experience. It offers interactive exhibitions and a multimedia show featuring special effects, multisensory experiences, and even a rotating stage. With its city tour and cruise that allow the discovery of Shawinigan’s industrial past, its observation tower, and visits to hydroelectric power plants, including one still in operation, the City of Energy offers a genuine journey through time where the visitor actively participates. With the guidance of our knowledgeable and attentive guides, you will experience a personalized visit at your own pace.
Our values
Excellence – Visitor orientation – Innovation – Respect
La Cité de l’Énergie Our team
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Sandie Letendre
Managing Director
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Michel Trudel
Operations Director
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Hubert Vivien
Assistant Operations Director
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Mario Lachance
Animation and Diffusion Director
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Annie Désaulniers
Accounting and Administration Coordinator
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Clothilde Champagne
Communications and Marketing Coordinator
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Christine Darveau
Reservations Coordinator
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Education and Mediation Coordinator
Education and Mediation Coordinator
La Cité de l’Énergie Awards and Distinctions
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Regional Award
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2019
Numix Award, cultural production/museum production
Planète Énergie, La Cité de l’énergie
TRAM MÉDIA – Studio Normal – Dpt. – Audio Z -
2013
Grand prix du tourisme québécois
Tourist attraction award – 100,000 visitors and over
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2012
Gala distinction from the Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Cultural Enterprise Award -
2010
Gala distinction from the Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Cité de l’énergie Award (Écho-l’eau) -
2008
Grands Prix du tourisme québécois
Tourist Attraction Award – 100 000 visitors and over
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2004
Grands Prix du tourisme québécois
Tourist Attraction Award – Bronze
50 000 visitors and over
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2004
Gala distinction Centre-de-la-Mauricie
The body transformed
Category : Outreach
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National Award
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2013
National Silver Award
Grand Prix du tourisme québécois
Tourist Attraction Award – 100 000 visitors and over
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2000
Grands Prix du tourisme québécois
Tourist Attraction Award
100 000 visitors and over
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2001
Attractions Canada Award
Provincial Category -
1998
National Gold Award
Tourism Development and
Innovation Grands Prix du Tourisme québécois
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1998
National Silver Award
Grand prix du tourisme québécois
Tourist Attraction Award – 100 000 visitors and over
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Honorable Mentions
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1998
Excellence Award from the Société des musées québécois -
1998
Excellence Award from the Canadian Museum Association -
1998
Tourism Development and Innovation Award – Tourisme Mauricie-Bois-Francs -
1998
Gala Distinction – Public Tourism Award of the Centre-de-la-Mauricie -
1998
Gala Distinction – Business of the year in the Centre-de-la-Mauricie
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Jury Mention
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1998
Steel Construction Award of Excellence -
1998
“ Magic Touch Award” – Société des attractions touristiques du Québec -
1998
Promotion Award – Tourisme Mauricie-Bois-Francs -
1997
Exceptional mention for the
« Shawinigan illuminée » contest
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1997
Certificate of Excellence from the city of Shawinigan for its exceptional participation in the beautification of the city.
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