It all depends on the region and your location. Many cities have a perfectly functioning bus, taxi-bus and carpooling system. However, it is important to have a driver’s licence when you live in further regions like Côte-Nord or Abitibi. For bicycle enthusiasts, our province is known for its well-groomed cycle paths, equipped with useful services to make rides pleasant and easy.

With some exceptions, you will find the same health care in the regions as in Montreal. Besides, the lower number of citizens often indicates shorter wait times and, above all, the task of finding a family doctor easier.
Good news: To retain their employees, most employers offer advantageous medical insurance plans.

Several regional cities belong to the metropolitan train network (AMT) that goes to Montreal, so travelling to the metropolis is a breeze. Depending on your location, you could even get there by bus. Also, carpooling is a popular means of transport in the region. Obviously, if you have a car, there’s no problem! Here, all roads lead to Rome… er, to Montreal!

Absolutely not: You can find the big grocery chains across the province. Even better: You will a much more direct access to Quebec’s delicious products and produce. Blueberries from Lac-Saint-Jean, shrimps from Matane, apples from Rougemont! Did you ever dream of growing your own produce? Large lots make gardening easy, and you could even raise chickens or bees! In addition, more and more shops (supermarkets, multi-ethnic grocery stores and convenience stores) offer items inspired by world cuisine.

Take the first step. I introduce myself with a positive attitude and state how happy I am to live in Quebec and work for this company. This will make me look friendlier to my colleagues, who will be more likely to take me under their wing.

If possible, I spend lunchtime with my coworkers.

I accept their first invitation for a drink (beer). There are plenty of non-alcoholic options for those who don’t drink.