In 2014, Québec International multiplied its initiatives to help the region’s businesses and research centres throughout 2014. Notably, our agency organized 112 activities and events, participated in 27 international missions and welcomed 49 economic delegations. In all, 4,750 individuals from 1,100 businesses and research centres participated in our activities. With $153M in economic benefits, it is safe to say that these efforts have paid off. More results at www.quebecinternational.ca/highlights2014.

1. Québec International appeared for an eighth consecutive year on Site Selection
Magazine’s list of TOP CANADIAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GROUP in 2014

11. o Provides assistance during the investment project planning phase
o Provides specialized support for international entrepreneurs
o Identifies applicable funding sources and tax programs
o Introduces investors to key partners and business professionals
o Locates, evaluates, and visits the best sites
o Provides support for the consolidation and expansion of business
activities

19. o Export assistance and personalized consulting services
o Trade missions in target markets throughout the world
o In-coming buyers mission and business networking activities
o Distribute information on business opportunities
o Disseminate strategic information about international markets
o Professional training related to international trade

27. o Coaching, business mentoring and assistance to technological companies
o Contact with networks of national and international investors
o Professional development programs and business competitions
o Support in the creation of industrial innovation consortiums
o Initiatives to support industrial R&D and technology transfer
o International partnerships and the development of large-scale projects
to stimulate the entrepreneurial ecosystem

36. o Access to experts in immigration and international labour mobility
o Management assistance for hiring foreign workers
o Advertising platform for employment opportunities
o Recruitment missions in international regions with a high potential
o Partnership with public employment services and head hunters
o Professional training activities and programs

46. o Support for the creation of industrial innovation consortiums
o Activities and events meeting specific industry needs
o Trade missions and business development activities
o Capacity-building projects for developing clusters of excellence
o Contacts with research centres involved with innovation strategies
o Establishment of partnerships with international clusters of excellence
o Promotion of industrial success stories and expertise from the region

56. o Provides statistics on major economic indicators
o Provides access to up-to-date information on local investment conditions
o Conducts quality regional economic studies and analyses
o Ensures regional participation in national and international rankings
o Produces promotional material showcasing the region and its industries
o Develops and deploys marketing and media strategies