For the last few years, Québec has been rated the most attractive jurisdiction in Canada for mineral exploration investment, according to the Fraser Institute's survey. Québec ranked 1st worldwide in 2007-2008, for its exploration investment attractiveness.

Québec has tremendous mineral potential, as indicated by the presence of several world-class ore precious and base metal deposits.

Mining Regime

As opposed to what may be common practice in other mining jurisdictions, the mining regime in Québec is based on the principle of free mining, which provides universal access to the resource. Thus, the first to obtain a mining title automatically obtains the exclusive right to search for mineral substances and the assurance of obtaining a mining lease upon request.

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Mining Tax System

Québec's mining taxation system is one of the most advantageous in Canada, featuring one of the lowest taxation rates, and a credit on duties refundable for losses for exploration, deposit appraisal and mine development activities that is unique in Canada. In addition, Québec offers businesses having establishments and that carry on activities in Québec a refundable tax credit for mineral exploration activities.

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Expertise & Know-How

Québec's strengths include not only its raw materials, but also its highly-trained workforce.
Infrastructures

• Highly-developed road and rail networks.

• Three international airports.

• Several sea ports with access to the Atlantic Ocean.

• Abundant, competitively priced energy.

For more information about mining in Québec, please visit the Québec Mineral Exploration Association website at www.aemq.org or download the following PDF:

Quebec Mining (738 KB PDF)