Saint-Nicolas, Quebec
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Saint-Nicolas (Template:IPA) is a district within Les Chutes-de-la-Chaudière-Ouest borough of the city of Lévis, Quebec, Canada on the St. Lawrence River. Prior to 2002, it was an independent municipality.
History
The history of Saint-Nicolas goes back to 1694. It is one of the oldest parishes in Canada. Its heritage is a testimony to its long history.
The city was named in honour of Saint Nicolas de Myre.
In 2002, following many merges with other municipalities, Saint-Nicolas was one of nine cities merged with Lévis.
Statistics
According to the Canada 2006 Census:
- Population: 18,437
- % Change (2001–2006): +10.8
- Dwellings: 7,024
- Area (km2): 95.09 km2
- Density (persons per km2): 193.9