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Quebec City is the capital city of the Canadian province of Quebec. The town is famous as a huge part of Canadian history and keeps the history of Canada alive with its cobblestone streets, historic sites, classical architecture and famous European charm.

It was initially the home of the Algonquian people, who named the area Kebec, meaning "where the river narrows." The region saw its first European settlement when the French made it their home in 1608. It was the capital of New France from 1608 to 1763, apart from when British pirates overtook it in 1629. It was a site of multiple historic battles during the creation of Canada and the United States throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. It was eventually named the capital of Quebec in 1867 by Queen Victoria.

According to the World Population Review, Quebec City's population is currently around 535,019. Like the rest of Quebec, most of the city's inhabitants speak French, with only approximately 1.5% of Quebec city locals speaking English.

The city has held on tight to its French heritage, with most locals being French speakers, and the architecture and culture of the city reflect its European roots. The province of Quebec is known for feeling far less American than the rest of Canada, and Quebec city exemplifies this perfectly.

Where is Quebec City on the Map?

Along with its Algonquian name, Quebec city is located on the North Side of a point where the Saint Lawrence River narrows and meets the Saint-Charles River. It sits around 255.2km northeast of Montreal, closer to the heart of the Quebec province. As a result, it experiences a more temperate climate, arable soil and hugely picturesque natural wilderness surrounding the city's metropolitan area.

Climate/Weather in Quebec City

Due to its proximity to multiple large bodies of water, Quebec city weather is relatively mild for Canada. Summers are generally rainy and temperate, with winters bringing the snow and chill that brings the historic architecture of places like Old Quebec city to life in ways you can't find in other cities. The Quebec weather is famous for year-round having a very European, partly-cloudy feel. Still, it has plenty of sunny days, allowing its people to enjoy the region's natural beauty even more.

According to Weatherspark.com, Quebec city summers last just under four months, from late May to mid-September. During the summer, the average daily temperature tends to reach a high of around 25°C and a low of around 16°C. In addition, most of the city's yearly rain falls during this time, making the greenery of the city's surrounding nature shine.

The winter in Quebec City is classically Canadian, with most days staying below 0°C (32°F). During this time, the coldest month is January, with the average daily low at around -14°C and the daily high at about -6°C. The freezing temperatures of the Quebec city winters allow the locals to enjoy the ice skating and ice climbing afforded to them by the nearby rivers.

Work and Jobs in Quebec City

Much like its nearby counterpart, Montreal, Quebec, is a hub of industry and economic activity. Due to its size and proximity to larger cities like Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto, Quebec City's Key industries generally focus on the tertiary and quaternary sectors.The major industries in Quebec city are as follows:

As a result, Quebec city and the province of Quebec generally have a massive demand for skilled workers, with thousands of jobs in Quebec city being in tech and business. In addition, Quebec has its specified skilled worker program, allowing qualified international applicants to be fast-tracked to life in Quebec faster and more efficiently than in other immigration programs.

If you've landed one of the fantastic jobs in Quebec city, you will need a Canadian work permit to be allowed to work in Canada. Find out more about how to get a Canadian work permit here.

However, if you're interested in moving to Quebec full-time but are still determining your eligibility, you may want to speak to an expert. Our Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants team has years of experience helping hundreds of hopeful applicants realize their Canadian dream.

Cost of Living in Quebec City

As it is significantly smaller than Canada's largest cities like Toronto but is close enough to Canada's major population centres so transporting goods isn't a problem, Quebec city's cost of living is relatively low.Here's the average cost of living, excluding rent for a single person or a family of four, in Quebec city compared to Montreal.

Due to its somewhat scenic location and small population size, rent in Quebec city is relatively low, too, despite the beautiful French architecture of the town. Here are the average rent costs in Quebec city compared to a larger city like Montreal.

However, despite the far lower living costs, the average salary in Quebec city is significantly higher than in its surrounding cities. For example, here's a comparison of the average salary in Quebec City and Montreal.

FAQs

What is the fastest way to move to Quebec City?

Average Cost of Living Excluding Rent	Quebec City	Montreal
Single Person	$1,097.97	$1,155.24
Family of Four	$4,056.70	$4,256.97

Monthly Rent in the City Centre	Quebec City	Montreal
Single-bedroom apartment	$930.77	$1,406.75
Three-bedroom apartment	$1,545.00	$2,516.53

Average Monthly Salaries After Tax	CAD
Quebec City	4,229.85
Montreal	3,781.38

This generally depends on your credentials and purpose for moving to Quebec city. Here, you can find a handy guide on the fastest ways to move to Canada.

Are there any Pilot programs for Quebec city?

Currently, no. The primary way to be fast-tracked to Quebec city is Via the Quebec Immigration Program.

Do you have to be a French speaker to live in Quebec?

No. However, as most of the population are French speakers, the medium of instruction in Quebec city is French. Therefore, learning workable French before you move to Quebec city would be beneficial to help you assimilate more easily.