Over the years
Causapscal's civic infrastructure has developed considerably.
The town's city hall now has conference rooms to accommodate
large assemblies, as well as small meetings. Across from the
city hall is the town's fire station.
The Cultural Center serves as a multifunctional facility.
The center consists of: a performance venue with a capacity
for 500 people; a library which transforms itself into a wonderful
exposition hall during the summer. The center is also home
to several cultural organizations including l'Harmonie St-Jacques,
le Chœur de la Bonne Humeur, le Centre d'artisanat.
Causapscal's CLSC (medicine clinic) offers
many services related to health and community life. The town's
business sector provides modern services of all types, performed
by professional and accommodating personal.
As Causapscal is the center of tourism in
the Matapedia valley it offers such services as a tourist
information office, a camp ground, and a museum (Matamajaw
historical site). It is La Maison du Gardien (The Guards House)
that houses the tourism development corporation, Faucus inc.,
The CGRMP (the salmon fishing administering association for
the Matapédia and Patapédia rivers), and CERF
(the wildlife and environmental protection association)
Causapscal's recreational park includes children's
games, tennis courts, and picnic areas. Some popular activities
include hiking on the many designated walking paths, bicycling,
hand-gliding, golfing, and visiting the numerous panoramic
viewing spots. Winter activities such as skating and downhill
skiing complement the year round possibilities to enjoy outdoor
activities.
The people of Causapscal, or Causapscalians,
are known for their authenticity and warm hospitality. For
over a hundred years, visitors have enjoyed Causapscal's friendly
atmosphere.
In Causapscal, it is a pleasure to
serve you.
As well as having a primary and secondary
school, Causapscal also has a forestry school, where students
are taught a personalized curriculum by expert teachers. With
the aid of up to date equipement, and the proper location
for experimentation students are assured of a specialized
training program. The school a part of Matapedia Collegial
Studies Center.
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