The local economy is based almost exclusively on agriculture.

[1] Settlement began in 1835 with the arrival of Irish immigrants.

[6] On December 27, 1980, the parish and village merged to form the Municipality of Sainte-Marthe.

[1] On 5–6 April 2023, a storm of black ice caused 623 person to lose electricity.

[7] List of former mayors (since formation of current municipality):[12] Commission Scolaire des Trois-Lacs operates Francophone schools.