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There is a Ferry service which crosses the river to Baie-Comeau and Godbout on the north shore.

The Matane area is known for its Shrimp s. The Shrimp Festival, which used to be held in June, was cancelled due to lack of volunteers. The Matane river is also known for salmon fishing.

The name of the city is said to come from a Mi'kmaq word meaning "beaver pond".

According to the Canada 2001 Census :
  • Population: 15,635

  • % Change ( 1996 - 2001 ): -5.9

  • Dwellings: 5,573

  • Area (sq. km.): 24.80 km&2

  • Density (persons per sq. km.): 469.2



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