Culture and Attractions
- Cooking Classes
- Académie Culinaire (Sainte-Foy)
- Must-See Landmarks
- Château Frontenac, Citadelle of Quebec
- Museums & Art Venues
- Musée National des Beaux-Arts du Québec (MNBAQ)
- Historical Sites
- Plains of Abraham, Place Royale
- Religious Sites
- Notre-Dame de Québec Cathedral-Basilica
- Annual Events
- Winter Carnival (February), Festival d’été de Québec (July)
- Cultural Districts
- Quartier Petit Champlain (European charm)
- Theater Venues
- Le Diamant (Robert Lepage’s venue), Grand Théâtre de Québec
- Local Markets
- Le Grand Marché near ExpoCité
- Music Scene
- L'Anti Bar & Spectacles (Indie/Rock), Palais Montcalm (Jazz/Classical)
- Street Art
- Fresque des Québécois, murals in Saint-Roch district
- Art Galleries
- Galerie l'Artiste, Rue du Trésor (Outdoor art)
- Local Heritage
- The Fleur-de-lis (Quebec flag representing Francophone identity)
- Historic Buildings
- Hôtel du Parlement (Parliament Building)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Promenade Samuel-De Champlain (Running along the St. Lawrence)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Réserve nationale de faune du Cap-Tourmente (45 mins away)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated fire pits at Baie de Beauport (seasonal)
- National Parks Nearby
- Jacques-Cartier National Park (30 mins drive north)
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Montmorency Falls (30m higher than Niagara)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Terrasse Dufferin, Observatoire de la Capitale
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Canada Post, Purolator, FedEx/UPS kiosks
- Tech Repair Services
- Apple Place Ste-Foy, Ordinateurs Canada (Canada Computers)
- Table Tennis Spots
- SNEAKERS PING PONG bar/lounge
- Language Classes
- Edu-Inter (French immersion programs)
- Community Centers
- Centre communautaire Lucien-Borne
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Maison de la littérature (Breathtaking converted church)
- Gaming Lounges
- LVLUp Ésport et Gaming
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino de Charlevoix (1.5 hours away in La Malbaie)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $6,800 CAD per m² ($272,000 for 40 m²)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $4,500 CAD per m² ($180,000 for 40 m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $6,200 CAD per m² ($372,000 for 60 m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $4,000 CAD per m² ($240,000 for 60 m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $5,800 CAD per m² ($464,000 for 80 m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,800 CAD per m² ($304,000 for 80 m²)
- Corporate Tax
- 26.5% (Federal + Quebec combined rate, lower for small business)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 25% (Subject to tax treaty reductions, e.g., to 5-15%)
- Tax System
- Residential-based (Taxed on worldwide income)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 53.31% (Combined Federal + Quebec over $235,675 CAD)
- VAT
- 14.975% (5% GST + 9.975% QST)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes (Foreign Accrual Property Income - FAPI rules)
- Property Tax
- Yes, municipal and school taxes based on assessment value
- Property Transaction Tax
- Welcome Tax (0.5% to 3.0% depending on property value)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific nomad visa; standard residency taxes apply if staying >183 days
Essentials
- Accommodation
- Apartments (Zumper, Kijiji), Boutique Hotels, Airbnb
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile pay accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Sonder (approx. $1,800 - $2,500 CAD/month)
- Budget Accommodation
- Auberge Internationale de Québec ($40 - $110 CAD/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Vieux-Québec (Old Quebec) or Petit Champlain
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Saint-Roch (Tech hub) or Montcalm (Arts district)
- City
- Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
- Population
- 550,000 (Metropolitan: 840,000)
- Internet Speed
- High-speed fiber widely available; average 150 Mbps (Bell/Videotron)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 CAD ≈ 0.74 USD / 1 USD ≈ 1.35 CAD
- Tap Water
- Drinkable (Excellent quality)
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets
- SIM Card
- Bell, Telus, Rogers, Videotron (approx. $45 CAD for 20GB)
- Banking for Expats
- Desjardins, RBC, TD Canada Trust, Scotiabank, Wise
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- La Plage à Champlain ($25/day) or Le Camp (Saint-Roch)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Cantook Micro-Torréfaction (Saint-Jean) or Maelstrøm Saint-Roch
- Social Events for Expats
- Internations Quebec City or French-English conversation groups at Morrin Centre
- Networking Events
- MEV (Mouvement des entrepreneurs du Vieux-Québec) meetups
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber, Eva (Local Coop), Taxi Coop Québec
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- àVélo (Electric bike share, $5.25/trip or $30/monthly)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Baie de Beauport (15 mins from center)
- Top Regional Airline
- Air Canada, PAL Airlines
- Top International Airline
- Air Transat, United Airlines
- Highway Access
- Autoroute 40 (Felix-Leclerc) and Autoroute 20 (Jean-Lesage)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Gare du Palais (VIA Rail / Inter-city buses)
- Public Transport Passes
- RTC L'Abonne BUS ($92.50 CAD monthly)
- Regional Travel
- Orléans Express bus to Montreal (3 hours, approx. $70 CAD)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hôtel-Dieu de Québec (Old Quebec) or CHUL (Sainte-Foy)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Namaste Saint-Roch, Le Monastère des Augustines
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Éconofitness (Budget-friendly, $15-$25/mo), Le Nautilus Plus
- Laundry Services
- Buanderie Saint-Roch ($4-$6 per load)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- UberEats, SkipTheDishes, DoorDash
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Poutine (Try Chez Gaston) or Tourtière (Meat pie)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Don Vegan (Old Quebec), Le Commensal
- Best Dessert Spots
- Érico (Chocolate shop/museum), Queue de Castor (BeaverTails)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Grand Marché de Québec (Regional produce)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.ca, Indigo.ca, Simons.ca (Local giant)
- Grocery Delivery
- Voila (IGA), Lufa Farms, Metro.ca
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Grande Allée (Clubs) or Rue Saint-Vallier (Craft beer)
- Local Brewery
- Noctem Artisans Brasseurs, Brasserie La Korrigane
- Wine Bars
- Terroir - Vin & Fromage, Buvette Scott
- Street Food Stalls
- Casse-Croûte Chez Pierrot (Late-night poutine and snacks)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Tora-Ya Ramen, Nina Pizza Napolitaine