A city in Quebec, Canada, located on an island north of Montreal. Also a surname and refers to Laval University in Quebec City.
Named after François de Laval (1623-1708), the first Roman Catholic bishop of Quebec. The city was formed in 1965 by merging several municipalities on Île Jésus, taking the name from the historic connection to the influential bishop.
Laval is unique as one of the few major cities built entirely on an island - Île Jésus sits in the Rivière des Mille Îles. The city's island geography has shaped its development, making it feel both connected to and separate from Montreal across the water.
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