Quebec

Quick Facts

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Coordinates

• Latitude: 46.812407
• Longitude: -71.214695

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Introduction

Lighthouse in Gaspesie, Quebec

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Quebec, the large French-speaking province in the eastern part of Canada, is an interesting contrast to most of the rest of North America. Offering a culture and lifestyle that merges the "go-go" free-wheeling individualism of North America with a European attitude, it provides the visitor a unique experience.

Geography

Quebec is Canada's largest province by area and its second-largest administrative division; only the territory of Nunavut is larger. It lies in the east of Canada and is bordered to the west by the province of Ontario, James Bay and Hudson Bay. To the north are the Hudson Strait and Ungava Bay, to the east the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, the provinces of New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador, and to the south the United States (the states of New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine). It also shares maritime borders with the Territory of Nunavut and the provinces of Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia

Cities

• Montreal is the largest city in Quebec, and has a vibrant mix of French, English and immigrant cultures. Montreal is the party capital of Canada, and has the most fashionable and hip population. It also offers amazing historical and cultural sites, and the famous Montreal smoked meat sandwiches.
• Quebec City is the capital of the province of Quebec, one of the oldest cities in North America, and the proud defender of the Francophone culture and language in Canada.
• Gatineau
• Sherbrooke
• Saguenay
• Trois-Rivières

Sights and Activities

• The Laurentians (French: Laurentides) are a mountain range just north of Montreal and a popular getaway for the inhabitants of that city. Mont Tremblant, one of the tallest peaks in the range, is a popular ski resort.

Events and Festivals

• Montreal's Just for Laughs (Juste Pour Rire) brings comedic talent from around the world for a few weeks of hilarity in July.
• Montreal International Jazz Festival, the largest jazz festival in the world, is held in the summer season, usually at the beginning of July.
• Quebec City Summer Festival
• Quebec New France Festival
• Quebec City Winter Carnival

Weather

Getting there

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Getting Around

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Eat

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Sleep

Language

The official language of Quebec is French; it is the sole Canadian province whose population is mainly French Canadian, and where English is not an official language at the provincial level. For a traveller, it is important to note that in many areas of Quebec, English is not understood by the population. This is more true the further east you head. Brushing up on some basic French is highly advised.