Discover our “Believe it or not!” exhibition and our ecology lab!

Our wildlife refuge is home to the greatest biodiversity in the metropolitan region and the Laurentians. Rain or shine, we've got the perfect activity to enrich your summer with a guided tour of our exhibition and ecology laboratory.

The exhibition is the perfect place to discover more about the rich wildlife and history of the exceptional environment of the Rivière des Mille Îles. You'll also have the chance to visit the ecology laboratory and meet its most amazing inhabitants.

The exhibition is a real journey through time, where you'll discover a panoply of surprising facts. #Funfact, many famous jazzmen, including Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway, Duke Ellington and Frank Sinatra, performed on the banks of the river between 1940 and 1950. The same riverbanks that surround us today! It's safe to say that the exhibition lives up to its name by immersing you in a fascinating universe.

What's more, the exhibition's many interactive features are perfect for entertaining the curious young and not-so-young alike. One of our favorite interactive games will put your fishing skills to the test!

Finally, what better way to end this thrilling adventure than to meet the most famous residents of our ecology laboratory. This is your chance to meet Smiley, our famous Blanding's turtle. What's more, on this guided tour, you'll be able to take advantage of our air conditioning. It could come in handy on a hot day. A guided tour of our Believe it or not! exhibit and our ecology laboratory is a must.

Plus, we've got a special treat for you! From now on, admission is free on the first Sunday of every month. It's safe to say that this is the perfect way to end the week. Book now to enjoy this unique experience: 450 622-1020