Self‑Guided Tour of the History of Val‑des‑Sources and the Jeffrey Mine

Self-Guided Tour of the History of Val-des-Sources and the Jeffrey Mine
Presented by
La Mine

Discover the fascinating history of Val-des-Sources, a town whose destiny has been shaped by a natural resource that has left its mark on Quebec and the entire world.

Explore the iconic places that bear witness to its development, industrial heritage, neighborhoods, notable figures, and its remarkable ability to reinvent itself, using the BaladoDiscovery interactive guide.

From the early days of mining to the transformation from Asbestos to Val-des-Sources, let yourself be guided through the major stages of a history rich in challenges, innovations, and resilience. An engaging journey to better understand the past, present, and future of this unique community in the Eastern Townships.

Happy discoveries!

For an enhanced experience, download the BaladoDiscovery app.

Consult the Points of Interest on the Interactive Map 

This content is available to app users only.
You must use a tablet or smart phone to access it.
  • Select the photo on the map to view historical content.
  • Select the left/right arrows to get the full experience in order.
  • Use the See Around button to see what else is nearby and see your location on the map.
  • Use the list to discover the history of places randomly.
  • Select points of interest directly on the map to discover places in a specific area.
  • Use two fingers to move, rotate, reduce or enlarge the map on your mobile device.
  • By car or bike: The option Get there gives access to voice assistance to each point of interest on demand and frees you from looking at the screen on the road.
  • Download the BaladoDiscovery mobile App to preload a guided tour and access it anywhere offline.
See List

Also Available Nearby

Based on the distance as the crow flies