Industries
Québec is open for business!
Québec is a vast territory blessed with ample natural resources, a creative, skilled workforce and a firmly established culture of innovation—everything needed to drive the key sectors of a dynamic, prosperous economy that's open to the world!
Aerospace
Major contractors, leading technical centres and world-class equipment manufacturers are all located here. Since most of them have chosen to set up operations in Greater Montréal, it's not surprising that Québec's largest city is considered one of the world's top three aerospace capitals!
Agri-food
An agri-food giant, Québec exports over $8 billion in food products a year. Here you'll find abundant resources, a skilled, diverse workforce and world-class businesses.
Aluminum
Worldwide, Québec ranks as one of the most important players in the aluminum sector. As the world's fourth largest producer of primary aluminum, not only does it serve the industries with the greatest potential, but it does so in a sustainable and environmentally responsible way, thanks to the clean and renewable hydroelectric power used in its production.
Ground transportation
Ground transportation is an important economic industry consisting of some 650 companies active on many fronts. Québec's expertise in advanced transportation is opening up new prospects for the future!
Information and communication technologies
Québec is at the forefront of technology and boasts a booming ICT industry, with big developments in artificial intelligence and deep learning. Come to where creativity and innovation converge!
Life sciences
Québec’s life sciences industry is strong, and tax credits are very attractive. You’ll find a diversified cluster of companies including international pharmaceutical giants as well as innovative local biotech firms making their mark on the global market.
Mining
Ready to explore and conquer an immense territory where less than 5% is covered by mining rights? Québec is known for its wide variety of minerals and great business environment for mining investments.
Multimedia
The biggest names in the digital entertainment industry have developed right here in Québec games played all over the world, including Deus Ex, the entire Assassin’s Creed franchise, and Call of Duty. That’s because talent, creativity and technological innovation abound in Québec!
Other
sites
Productivité innovation website (in French only)
Compétivert(in French only)