Hudson is an older community that merged with the former municipalities of Como and Hudson Heights. Its heritage dates back to the early 18th century. It is said that Mohawks used to hide at Quarry Point to attack pioneers travelling up the Ottawa River. Jean-Baptiste Sabourin was one of Hudson’s first inhabitants in 1732. He married young Sarah Hanson, who had been abducted by Oka Mohawks from her home near Boston. The kitchen where Sarah cooked has been incorporated into Greenwood, one of the oldest houses in the region, now open to the public. Descendants of the Sabourins still live in the area, as do the Davidsons, Robinsons, Hodgsons and Seguins. The people of Hudson believe in preserving their rich heritage, not only in the beautiful old buildings found along Main Road, but also in their hearts and memories. The Hudson Historical Society was established in the mid-1960s to help preserve the historical facts and features of Hudson, St. Lazare and many surrounding towns.

Hudson is home to one of the oldest ferries in Quebec. The Como ferry links Hudson to the town of Oka. During the winter months, you can even drive across the lake on the ice road!

Golf is an important sport in the region. There are currently two private clubs, the Como Golf Course, with 9 holes, and the Whitlock Golf and Country Club, with an 18- and 9-hole course and curling rinks. There’s also the Falcon Golf Course, an 18-hole public course designed by Graham Cook. Hudson has a Legion Hall and a curling rink, ideal for Thirsty Thursdays!

The Royal Oak Tennis Club, the oldest uninterrupted tennis club in Canada, is located in Como and has four floodlit clay courts and two hard courts. The club has a fantastic junior development program and a resident pro, and even hosts an annual croquet tournament.

Being located on the Lake of Two Mountains ensures that much of summer life revolves around the water. The Hudson Yacht Club was originally a country club in the early 20th century, but has now become an important social center. Social life at HYC is virtually non-stop. Whether it’s Friday night B-B-Q parties or Sunday family brunches, there’s always something going on at the Yacht Club! Of course, there are also sailing and swimming lessons!

The town also boasts a community pool, offering everything from lessons for toddlers to water polo! Hudson Sandy Beach and Jack Layton Park are public access points to the lake for everyone to enjoy.

The Village Theatre is located in Hudson’s historic train station. Plays are presented year-round and films are shown monthly. The theater draws crowds from all over Quebec and Ontario.

The Finnegans Antique Market is the place to be every Saturday in summer. You’ll find everything from antiques to award-winning honey and the best burgers around!

Le Nichoir is Canada’s largest songbird rehabilitation center. Run by volunteers, the center provides appropriate care and treatment for injured or orphaned wild birds, before releasing them back into their natural habitat.

There are two elementary school in Hudson, one French and one English. St Lazare and Hudson share high school students between Westwood Junior and Senior High Schools. French high school students travel by bus to Vaudreuil-Dorion, a 15-minute drive away.

The town made a name for itself in 1991 when it became the first in Quebec (Canada) to ban several forms of lawn and garden pesticides used to kill insects and weeds. The town was sued by two pesticide manufacturers, and on June 28, 2001, the Supreme Court of Canada ruled in favor of the town by a vote of 9 to 0. Hudson’s example has prompted many other Canadian municipalities and provinces to enact similar pesticide bans.

Although many residents commute by car, a commuter train to Montreal (Vaudreuil-Hudson line) stops in Hudson twice a day on weekdays. The town is also served by CIT La Presqu’Île bus 21, which terminates at the Vaudreuil train station.