A woman of the sugarbush

It is love that inspires the women who work in our maple forests. And they inspire us.

They have maple in their blood. Every spring, in many cases for more than 30 years, often as a couple and even more often with their grandchildren beside them, these women are there from the first sweet drop to the last. Here’s a taste of the life of one such woman, Marielle Saindon-Letendre, co-owner of Des deux boisés in the community of La Présentation.

Des deux boisés in the community of La Présentation

Did you know?

Québec exports its maple products to more than 50 countries

Everywhere it goes, consumers of all ages appreciate maple’s unique flavour.

Scientists are studying maple’s potential health benefits

Studies now underway include those on the antioxidant properties of the polyphenols naturally present in maple syrup, with a recent study indicating that maple syrup is better for cardiometabolic health than refined sugar.

Maple syrup can be used as a sugar substitute in most recipes

In cake and most dessert recipes, for each 250ml (1 cup) of syrup used, simply reduce the stipulated amount of liquid (water, milk, juice, etc.) by 60ml (1/4 cup).

A natural source of energy

Maple syrup is a natural source of energy. Check out our recipes for food and drinks before, during, and after exercise.