The area was first settled in 1752 by Jacques Boutilier, a French Protestant. The original settlers were primarily Protestants from France, who received land grants with the stipulation that they would settle permanently. This laid the foundation for the community that would later bear Boutilier's name.
In 1794, Jacques Boutilier's son, James Frederick Boutilier, along with his nephew John Coulaw Boutilier, purchased a significant tract of land known as the Ingram Grant. This land, consisting of 1,500 acres, was acquired from William Coolen for 140 pounds, to be paid in installments. This purchase marked a pivotal moment in the establishment of Boutiliers Point as a recognized community.
The Boutilier surname remains prevalent in the area, with many residents still carrying the name. A unique cultural practice in the community is the use of first names followed by the father's name, reflecting a strong familial connection.
At the beginning of the 20th century, a railway connection to Halifax was built. In 1993 it was abandoned. Since the end of the last century, the St Margaret’s Bay Trail has been established on the former railway line between Hubley and Hubbards.
There is the Willard Christie Memorial Park, which includes a playground. There is also an outdoor ice rink that is a hot spot for hockey players in the winter months. The main attraction is the Bay Lookout Park. The park includes a small beach and a wharf for fishing, a dock for a few lobster fishing boats, and a boat launch.
Boutiliers Point has a population of approximately 800.
Sources: Wikipedia.org, travelinnovascotia.com
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