Sutton, Quebec facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sutton
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Town
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Main Street (Quebec Route 139)
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Location within Brome-Missisquoi RCM.
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Location in Southern Quebec
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| Country |  Canada |
| Province |  Quebec |
| Region | Estrie |
| RCM | Brome-Missisquoi |
| Settled | 1802 |
| Constituted | July 4, 2002 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 248.50 km2 (95.95 sq mi) |
| • Land | 245.69 km2 (94.86 sq mi) |
| Population
(2021)
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| • Total | 4,548 |
| • Density | 18.5/km2 (48/sq mi) |
| • Pop 2016-2021 |  13.4% |
| • Dwellings | 3,767 |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| Postal code(s) |
J0E 2K0
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| Area codes | 450 and 579 |
| Highways |  Route 139 Route 215 |
Sutton is a lovely town in southeastern Quebec, Canada. It's known for its beautiful scenery and fun outdoor activities. In 2021, about 4,548 people lived there. Sutton is a popular spot for tourists in the Eastern Townships region. It is part of the Brome-Missisquoi Regional County Municipality.
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Exploring Sutton's Past: A Brief History
After the American Revolution, many people called United Empire Loyalists moved to Sutton around 1799. One of the first settlers was Richard Shepherd from New Hampshire. As more people came, new buildings were constructed in the area.
A school opened in 1808, helping to educate the growing community. A town hall was built in 1859, showing the town's development. Later, churches for different faiths and a railway station were also added.
Sutton officially became a municipality in 1892. It was then recognized as a town in 1962. In 2002, the town grew much larger when it joined with the surrounding area. This merger almost doubled its population and greatly expanded its size.
Long ago, most people in Sutton were farmers. But after the Sutton Ski Resort opened in 1960, tourism became very important. Today, Sutton is a great place to visit all year. People enjoy road and mountain biking, hiking, and exploring local shops and attractions.
What's in a Name? The Origin of Sutton
The name "Sutton" comes from old English words. "Sudh" or "suth" means "south." "Tun" means "town" or "settlement." So, Sutton can be understood as "the southern town." This name makes a lot of sense because the town is located at the very southern part of Quebec. English settlers gave it this name.
Sutton's Location and Natural Beauty
Sutton is located close to the border between Canada and the United States, near Vermont. It's about 110 kilometers (68 miles) southeast of Montreal. It is also about 90 kilometers (56 miles) west of Sherbrooke.
Mount Sutton is a famous mountain in the area. It is home to a popular ski resort with 60 ski trails and 9 ski lifts. Many skiers from Quebec and nearby US states love to visit this resort. The highest point of the mountain is 960 meters (3,150 feet) tall.
To the west of Sutton is the Green Mountains Nature Reserve. You can explore this beautiful area on foot using trails. Different groups manage these trails, and some may require a small fee or membership to use.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
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| Record high °C (°F) | 17.5 (63.5) |
19.0 (66.2) |
26.5 (79.7) |
30.5 (86.9) |
33.0 (91.4) |
33.0 (91.4) |
33.5 (92.3) |
33.5 (92.3) |
32.5 (90.5) |
27.2 (81.0) |
23 (73) |
19 (66) |
33.5 (92.3) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | −3.9 (25.0) |
−2.3 (27.9) |
2.8 (37.0) |
10.8 (51.4) |
18.6 (65.5) |
22.9 (73.2) |
25.3 (77.5) |
24.3 (75.7) |
20.3 (68.5) |
13.1 (55.6) |
5.9 (42.6) |
−0.7 (30.7) |
11.4 (52.5) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | −8.9 (16.0) |
−7.4 (18.7) |
−2.0 (28.4) |
5.8 (42.4) |
12.8 (55.0) |
17.4 (63.3) |
19.7 (67.5) |
19.0 (66.2) |
14.9 (58.8) |
8.5 (47.3) |
2.0 (35.6) |
−4.8 (23.4) |
6.4 (43.5) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | −13.5 (7.7) |
−12.3 (9.9) |
−6.7 (19.9) |
0.4 (32.7) |
7.1 (44.8) |
11.9 (53.4) |
14.5 (58.1) |
13.7 (56.7) |
9.6 (49.3) |
3.9 (39.0) |
−2.1 (28.2) |
−8.7 (16.3) |
1.5 (34.7) |
| Record low °C (°F) | −36.5 (−33.7) |
−36.5 (−33.7) |
−29.5 (−21.1) |
−16.5 (2.3) |
−5.5 (22.1) |
−2.5 (27.5) |
2.5 (36.5) |
1.0 (33.8) |
−5.0 (23.0) |
−8.5 (16.7) |
−21.5 (−6.7) |
−34.0 (−29.2) |
−36.5 (−33.7) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 97.2 (3.83) |
83.5 (3.29) |
100.4 (3.95) |
111.4 (4.39) |
114.7 (4.52) |
113.8 (4.48) |
127.7 (5.03) |
123.2 (4.85) |
118.6 (4.67) |
127.1 (5.00) |
111.6 (4.39) |
110.8 (4.36) |
1,340.1 (52.76) |
| Average rainfall mm (inches) | 34.8 (1.37) |
20.9 (0.82) |
41.6 (1.64) |
85.5 (3.37) |
112.1 (4.41) |
113.8 (4.48) |
127.7 (5.03) |
123.3 (4.85) |
118.6 (4.67) |
117.9 (4.64) |
77.6 (3.06) |
45.1 (1.78) |
1,018.9 (40.11) |
| Average snowfall cm (inches) | 63.0 (24.8) |
61.7 (24.3) |
57.5 (22.6) |
25.8 (10.2) |
2.3 (0.9) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
9.4 (3.7) |
33.6 (13.2) |
57.7 (22.7) |
320.9 (126.3) |
| Average extreme snow depth cm (inches) | 22 (8.7) |
28 (11) |
22 (8.7) |
3 (1.2) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
4 (1.6) |
14 (5.5) |
8 (3.1) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.2. mm) | 21.1 | 17.4 | 17.0 | 14.7 | 15.5 | 15.3 | 15.4 | 13.8 | 13.7 | 15.7 | 17.5 | 20.6 | 197.7 |
| Average rainy days (≥ 0.2 mm) | 5.6 | 4.1 | 7.4 | 12.0 | 15.3 | 15.3 | 15.4 | 13.8 | 13.6 | 14.9 | 11.6 | 7.1 | 136.1 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.2 cm) | 18.4 | 15.7 | 12.8 | 5.5 | 0.72 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.03 | 2.3 | 9.0 | 16.8 | 81.3 |
Leaders of Sutton: Past Mayors
- Robert Benoît (2021–Present)
- Michel Lafrance (2017-2021)
- Louis Dandenault (2013-2017)
- Pierre Pelland (2009-2013)
- Keneth Hill (2005-2009)
- Winston Bresee (2002-2005)
- Keneth Hill (1996-2002)
Sutton's Population and Community
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According to the 2021 Census, Sutton had a population of 4,548 people. This was an increase from 4,012 people in 2016. The town covers an area of about 245.69 square kilometers (94.86 square miles).
Sutton has an older population, with a median age of 60.4 years in 2021. Interestingly, many artists live in Sutton, making it a very creative community!
| Canada census – Sutton, Quebec community profile | |||
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| 2016 | 2011 | 2006 | |
| Population: | 4,012 (+2.7% from 2011) | 3,906 (+2.7% from 2006) | 3,805 (+8.0% from 2001) |
| Land area: | 245.95 km2 (94.96 sq mi) | 246.54 km2 (95.19 sq mi) | 246.51 km2 (95.18 sq mi) |
| Population density: | 16.3/km2 (42/sq mi) | 15.8/km2 (41/sq mi) | 15.4/km2 (40/sq mi) |
| Median age: | 58.3 (M: 57.7, F: 58.8) | 54.8 (M: 54.9, F: 54.7) | 51.1 (M: 51.4, F: 50.7) |
| Total private dwellings: | 3,670 | 3,507 | 3,319 |
| Median household income: | $55,680 | $48,453 | $45,341 |
| References: 2016 2011 2006 earlier | |||
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| Year | Responses | Count | Trend | Pop % | Count | Trend | Pop % | Count | Trend | Pop % | Count | Trend | Pop % | |||||
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3,075 | 22.0% |
68.6% | 1,060 |  4.9% |
23.6% | 130 | 73.3% |
2.9% | 200 |  0.0% |
4.5% | |||||
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2,520 | 9.8% |
64.2% | 1,115 | 11.2% |
28.4% | 75 | 0.0% |
1.9% | 200 | 5.3% |
5.1% | |||||
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2,295 | 1.9% |
60.2% | 1,255 | 8.2% |
32.9% | 75 | 7.1% |
2.0% | 190 | 15.2% |
5.0% | |||||
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2,340 | 205.9% |
62.7% | 1,160 | 60.0% |
31.1% | 70 | 133.3% |
1.9% | 165 | 312.5% |
4.4% | |||||
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765 | 4.1% |
49.0% | 725 | 6.6% |
46.5% | 30 | 60.0% |
1.9% | 40 | 20.0% |
2.6% | |||||
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735 | n/a | 47.7% | 680 | n/a | 44.2% | 75 | n/a | 4.9% | 50 | n/a | 3.3% | |||||
Historically, many people in Sutton spoke English. Today, about 69% of the people speak French, 24% speak English, and 5% speak other languages.
Sutton is also home to many people from Switzerland, so you might hear German spoken there! Every year, the Swiss National Day is celebrated at the Sutton ski resort in late July.
Transportation in Sutton
Railways played an important role in the development of Sutton and the surrounding area. They helped connect the town to other places.
See also
In Spanish: Sutton (Quebec) para niños
- List of anglophone communities in Quebec
- List of cities in Quebec
- 21st-century municipal history of Quebec
- Sutton River, a river of Quebec and Vermont
