LIVING IN Gaspé
Discover why Gaspé is the ideal choice for your new life and projects.
An exceptional living environment in Gaspé
Living in Gaspé means embracing an exceptional way of life, where the sea meets the mountains to create a daily existence that is both grand and peaceful. Nestled at the tip of the peninsula, Gaspé offers a rare balance between wild nature, economic vitality, and human dynamism. Its industrial fabric, driven by the energy of sectors such as wind power, shipyards, and fisheries, supports a solid economy and offers a multitude of meaningful jobs with a future.
This is complemented by a unique tourist vibrancy, punctuated by the wild beauty of Forillon National Park and the renown of Rivière-au-Renard, Quebec's maritime fishing capital. Gaspé is a land of the future, where opportunities are as abundant as its inspiring landscapes.
About Gaspé
Here, time regains its value. Life is lived to the fullest, with outdoor activities, cultural discoveries, shared moments, and a peaceful daily routine. Gaspé is also a city open to the world, served by a regional airport and home to a rich cultural mosaic with diversity from all corners of the globe. All these communities have chosen to put down roots here, drawn by the unparalleled quality of life and the promise of a future on a human scale.
Gaspé is not just a place to settle down; it's a place where you can thrive, breathe, grow, and feel alive.
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of living in Gaspé!
Settlement Assistance
Dreaming of settling down in Gaspé? The city offers a wealth of resources to make your move simple and seamless. From administrative support to on-site assistance, Gaspé is ready to welcome you to an environment where the future means sustainability and quality of life.
For young newcomers aged 18 to 35
Immigrants aged 35 and over
Newcomer Welcome Committee
Housing in Gaspé
The villages that make up greater Gaspé offer a unique quality of life, with affordable properties and generous spaces, ideal for those seeking a tranquil and natural environment. This setting is a real asset for young families wishing to settle in the region, to enjoy a balance between professional and family life, while being surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Meanwhile, the downtown areas of Gaspé and Rivière-au-Renard each have a denser concentration of shops, services, and infrastructure, facilitating residents' daily lives while offering valuable proximity to the cultural and commercial vitality of both hubs.
The Gaspé territory, which stretches from L'Anse-à-Valleau to Prével, offers a great diversity of landscapes and neighborhoods. If you're drawn to nature, properties by the sea or near forests are available. If proximity to services is more important to you, the downtown areas of Gaspé and Rivière-au-Renard offer a variety of housing options, ranging from modern apartments to traditional houses.
It should be noted that housing projects are currently under development in several areas of the city, allowing for the acquisition of land or the purchase and rental of recent properties. These projects aim to meet the growing demand while respecting the values of sustainability and environmental preservation that characterize Gaspé.
Additionally, incentives are offered for those wishing to settle in the region. For example, new graduates aged 18 to 35 can benefit from a refund of the welcome tax for the acquisition of their first primary residence or buildable land within 24 months of graduation. For more details, visit the City of Gaspé's website.
Working in Gaspé
Gaspé stands out with a diverse and stimulating job market, driven by its key sectors: wind energy, fisheries, maritime transport, and tourism. These vital industries, combined with dynamic growth, make Gaspé a place of opportunity where the future is built every day. The city also boasts a network of quality educational institutions, innovative research centers, as well as health, social, and administrative services, ensuring a comprehensive professional living environment.
Amidst a labor shortage, Gaspé is actively committed to attracting talent and supporting the integration of newcomers. Financial incentive programs and relocation assistance facilitate access to professional opportunities, while encouraging graduates to settle long-term in this region where every contribution is valuable.
Jobs in Gaspé
Looking to explore career opportunities in Gaspé? Check out the list of available jobs on the Vivre en Gaspésie website. In addition to this resource, programs like Vivre en Gaspésie and Place aux jeunes offer exploratory stays to help you discover the region, along with various forms of assistance to facilitate your job search. Find all the details and conditions on the Vivre en Gaspésie website.
Jobs in Gaspé
To view current job listings in Gaspé, visit the Vivre en Gaspésie website.
Tax credit for new graduates
Are you a recent graduate? You could benefit from a highly advantageous tax credit, offering up to a 40% deduction on your salary if you live and work in Gaspésie. The maximum annual amount is $3,000, and the cumulative amount you are entitled to is limited to $8,000 or $10,000, depending on the case. Details and conditions are available on the Revenu Québec website.
Entrepreneurship in Gaspé
Gaspé is the ideal breeding ground for your entrepreneurial projects. Whether you want to complement established sectors or explore new niches, the city offers fertile ground for innovation and diversifying the local economy.
Entrepreneurial Support
Support is at the heart of entrepreneurship in Gaspé. Several organizations are available to guide you in creating your business, with technical and financial assistance available under certain conditions:
BRIAND
An inspiring entrepreneur from Gaspé
After exploring Ontario and Australia, Michael Briand chose Gaspé as his home to fulfill his entrepreneurial dream and start a family. It was here that he founded O'Dwyer Distillery, a place where innovation and passion converge. Beyond Radoune gin, which has achieved phenomenal success across Quebec, the distillery stands out for its ability to rapidly diversify its offerings with an ever-expanding range of artisanal products. Each new product reflects Michael's ambition and the dynamic spirit of Gaspé, a place where ideas come to life and spread successfully.
Gaspé: A Sustainable Destination
Sustainable development at the heart of our destination
Escale Gaspé is committed to making sustainable development a central and cross-cutting element of its strategic planning. It aligns with Cruise the Saint Lawrence's Sustainable Development Strategy and shares its vision for the Saint Lawrence destination.
The cruise industry contributes to the socio-economic vitality of Quebec and its regions, while also participating in the preservation and regeneration of ecosystems. The Saint Lawrence destination offers a positive-impact, human, and sustainable experience, building bridges between visitors and host communities, maritime, tourism, and scientific stakeholders.
Escale Gaspé has taken action in recent years regarding sustainable tourism development. It has equipped its cruise terminal with waste sorting stations and a boutique showcasing local products. It also broadcasts educational content on sustainable and responsible tourism for cruise passengers via a screen located in its terminal.
The organization also launched its very first stakeholder consultation forum in spring 2025, regularly participates in the sustainable tourism best practices sharing community 'Les Courants Durables du Saint-Laurent', and is involved in a social acceptability campaign led by Cruise the Saint Lawrence.
Destination Gaspé's brand new, optimized website also helps stimulate the local economy and enhance the tourism offering by improving the visibility and attractiveness of local businesses. It provides a modern and engaging showcase on a centralized platform, while integrating rich content related to local stories and the region's unique cultural events.
