Saint-Antoine-sur-Richelieu was founded by militiamen, farmers, and artisans who loved the land. The municipality, which has about 1,700 residents, covers 66 square kilometers. About half of the population lives in scattered housing, while the others reside in the village center.The hallmark of Saint-Antoine-sur-Richelieu is the richness and quality of its architectural heritage. Some homes are over 150 years old. Every citizen takes pride in maintaining and beautifying their home. It's the ideal place to live peacefully, just 45 minutes away from the stress of the big city…
The village reminds us of our French roots, both through the gentle agricultural landscape and its traditional housing, as well as the events it has witnessed. Moreover, one of the Fathers of Canadian Confederation in 1867, Sir Georges-Étienne Cartier, was born there.A small ferry shuttles to the village of Saint-Denis on the opposite shore. In the heart of winter, there is an ice bridge that allows crossing at the same location.The municipality has retained its rural character, which has attracted artists and craftsmen to settle there. It features a variety of old 18th and 19th-century stone and wood houses, as well as a Moorish-style building. The imposing church with two bell towers dates back to 1914, and the presbytery to 1882.