Why Québec?
A solid, dynamic business environment
Québec has earned a name for its well-regulated banking system, its stable, extensive trade relationship with the United States, its international free-trade agreements and its constantly growing exports.
Innovations and commercial success stories
It’s well known that Québec is a hotbed of creativity and innovation. This is where many important medications were discovered and a host of innovative solutions in aerospace, robotics and high-tech were developed. Very enticing tax credits are available to companies that choose Québec.
A well-educated, diverse workforce
Québec workers are recognized for the remarkable creativity they show in so many areas of endeavour, from art and design to science and high technology. With their wide range of skills, Québec workers have earned a reputation for being both well educated and highly qualified.
Clean, reliable and renewable energy
Québec is North America’s top producer of hydroelectricity. Here, there’s plenty of energy for everyone. In fact, Québec’s power grid is one of the most reliable and self-supporting systems in the world, as it’s regulated to meet the highest standards.
Modern transportation infrastructure
Thanks to Québec’s highly efficient, fully developed intermodal transportation system, moving people and equipment, creating commercial links and shipping goods are all quick and easy. Whether it’s by road, sea, rail or air, Québec provides unprecedented access to some 500 million consumers!
A favourable tax climate
Did you know that Québec has one of the most competitive corporate tax rates and compares favourably to the United States, Italy, France and Germany? Québec has also implemented a number of investment incentives to encourage businesses here.
Very competitive operating
costs
Investing in Québec is profitable for everyone. Compared to the G7 average, labour is more available, energy costs are among the lowest, rental costs are very affordable, and the tax rate is highly competitive.
