Our citizens are proud of their French Canadian heritage and we work hard to maintain our unique identity despite our busy metropolitan surroundings. We are centrally located on the northeast hub of the metropolitan freeway system, only minutes from the Minnesota State Capitol and downtown St. Paul and 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis. Our city offers excellent educational, retail, and business opportunities for individuals and families. In addition, our beautiful parks give residents and visitors a place to relax and enjoy their free time in a peaceful setting.