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Jacola is a village in Val-d'Or; La Vallée-de-l'Or, Quebec, Canada. It is classified as a village / hamlet. Jacola is located at 48.0986°N, 77.8178°W. It observes Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4). Postal code area: J9P.
Jacola occupies a quiet stretch of the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region, where the earth holds the deep, mineral-heavy silence of the Canadian Shield. It lies 2.1 km west of Val-d'Or, QC (from Val-d'Or, QC: bearing 260°T), and is situated 23.4 km east of Malartic. Lac Stabell rests nearby, its surface often mirroring the low, heavy clouds that gather before a shift in the northern weather. Beyond the immediate reach of the shoreline, the land rises in subtle, rocky ridges, while the Rivière Piché winds through the lower terrain five kilometers away. The air here carries a crisp, metallic edge, tasting of pine needles and damp stone, particularly at dusk when the fading light turns the horizon into a bruised purple. Even at a distance of thirty-four kilometers, the presence of the Réserve écologique des Caribous-de-Jourdan defines the ecological character of the wider landscape, anchoring the region in a vast, wild stillness. The history of Jacola remains inseparable from the industry that first drew people to this rugged terrain, marking the ground with the legacy of gold exploration and extraction. Workers once moved through these forests with the singular focus of those seeking hidden wealth, and the local economy still reflects the persistence required to thrive in such an isolated environment. Life here moves with a steady, deliberate pace, shaped by the demands of the seasons and the enduring influence of the mining heritage that built the foundations of La Vallée-de-l'Or. The daily life of Jacola continues to be defined by the resilience of those who call this landscape home, where the quiet work of living proceeds against the backdrop of an ancient, unyielding geography.
Jacola repose sur le socle minéral de la Vallée-de-l'Or, où la terre garde en mémoire le labeur acharné de ceux qui cherchèrent l'or dans les veines profondes du sous-sol québécois. À l'approche du crépuscule, la lumière s'étire sur le terrain accidenté, révélant une quiétude austère que seule vient ponctuer la présence proche du Lac Stabell, miroir immobile reflétant les derniers éclats du jour. Non loin, la Rivière Piché serpente entre les conifères, traçant son sillon discret dans un paysage marqué par l'industrie et la persévérance humaine. Les horizons lointains, vers la Réserve écologique des Caribous-de-Jourdan, suggèrent une nature sauvage qui impose son rythme aux activités quotidiennes de Jacola. L'air y est vif, chargé de cette odeur de terre humide et de résine qui définit le caractère brut du Nord. Ici, chaque sentier et chaque affleurement rocheux racontent une histoire de prospection, une lutte silencieuse contre l'immensité forestière pour bâtir un foyer sur ce sol exigeant. La vie à Jacola s'écoule avec cette lenteur particulière des terres éloignées, où le silence des bois environnants semble protéger les mémoires enfouies sous la roche, offrant aux rares visiteurs une perspective humble sur le poids de l'histoire minière qui façonne encore les contours de ce territoire.
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| Location | Jacola, Val-d'Or; La Vallée-de-l'Or, Quebec |
| Coordinates | 48.098611°N, 77.817778°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4) |
| Postal FSA | J9P |
| Area Code | 263, 354, 367, 418, 438, 450, 514, 579, 581, 819, 873 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Jacola, Quebec, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Jacola includes coordinates 48.098611°N, 77.817778°W, situated in Val-d'Or; La Vallée-de-l'Or. Postal FSA: J9P. Telephone area code: 263, 354, 367, 418, 438, 450, 514, 579, 581, 819, 873. Timezone: Eastern Time (UTC−5 / −4).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.