Build your future in Trois-Rivières…

Build your future in
Trois-Rivières…
that’s the
idea!
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Étienne Boisvert, Sébastien Larose,
Michel Brière, Alain Montambault,
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Eric Massicotte, Olivier Croteau
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Investing in Trois-Rivières
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The Center of a Strategic Transportation Network
Railways
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Trois-Rivières Airport 12
Industrial Parks 14
Micro Sciences Park 16
Technocentre 18
A City for Students 21
Port of Trois-Rivières
An Economy Focused on the Future
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TRès irresistible 27
TRès dynamic
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IDE Trois-Rivières, for Personalized Service
Welcome to a City of Innovation
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Investing
in Trois-Rivières
A CHARMING CULTURAL CITY THREE CENTURIES IN THE MAKING, TROIS-RIVIÈRES HAS UNDERGONE A REVITALIZATION
IN RECENT YEARS, MARKED BY THE DIVERSIFICATION OF ITS ECONOMY AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF ITS SMEs.
REMARKABLE
ECONOMIC
DIVERSITY
SUSTAINED INCREASE
IN POPULATION
3.2%
IN THE LAST 10 YEARS
Trois-Rivières, with a population of more
than 133,000, has everything it takes
to compete with the largest cities: an
exceptional location, a port on the majestic
St. Lawrence River, a regional airport, an
efficient transportation infrastructure and
an abundant and skilled workforce.
Regional capital and urban hub, TroisRivières offers almost all government
services and boasts leading-edge
expertise in the health sector. In addition
to a wide range of general services, the
Trois-Rivières Centre for Health and Social
Services (Centre de santé et de services
sociaux) is the regional focal point for many
specialties, such as oncology, traumatology,
nephrology and neonatology/pediatrics.
Many other advantages can be added
to this list, such as a fluid traffic flow
at all times, low implementation costs
and an exceptional quality of life. It is
easy to understand why businesses are
increasingly likely to make Trois-Rivières
their first choice.
The second oldest city in Canada has been
a pioneer since its founding. It is recognized
for its builders, whose ingenuity was rivaled
only by their determination. The Forges
du Saint-Maurice, Canada’s first heavy
industry, was developed in Trois-Rivières
in 1730. During the 20th century, the city
was the undisputed world leader in the pulp
and paper industry.
Today, the future of Trois-Rivières is being
shaped by such high-potential sectors
as aeronautics, industrial bioprocesses
and environmental technology, as well as
through industries that have stood the test
of time, such as metallurgy.
Clearly, the pulse of Trois-Rivières beats as
strongly as that of the largest cities.
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Quebec City
80 miles
Trois-Rivières
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Montreal
85 miles
40
55
Ottawa
200 miles
Trois-Rivières
Quebec City
80 miles
INFRASTRUCTURES
SERVING BUSINESS
Toronto
420 miles
Ottawa
200 miles
A MEETING PLACE FOR
ROAD, RAILWAY, MARINE
AND AIR TRANSPORTATION,
TROIS-RIVIÈRES OFFERS
A COMPLETE NETWORK
TO ENABLE COMPANIES TO
ACCESS THE CONTINENT AND
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THE REST OF THE WORLD.
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Halifax
700 miles
Montreal
85 miles
Boston
350 miles
Detroit
650 miles
New York
460 miles
AN ACCESSIBLE CITY
96%
OF QUEBEC MANUFACTURING
BUSINESSES ARE ACCESSIBLE IN A
RADIUS OF 90 MILES
125 MILES
The Center of a
Strategic
Transportation
Network
THE ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE IN TROIS-RIVIÈRES ALLOWS FOR EASY ACCESS
TO ALL QUEBEC CITIES, THE UNITED STATES, ONTARIO AND EASTERN CANADA.
FROM THE U.S. BORDER
THE OPPORTUNITY TO REACH A MARKET OF
456 MILLION
CONSUMERS THROUGH NAFTA
At the intersection of Highways 40 and 55, Trois-Rivières is located halfway between
Montreal, the largest financial center in Quebec, and Quebec City, the province’s capital
and administrative center. The Laviolette Bridge connects the north and south shores of
the St. Lawrence River, enabling access to Highway 20, one of the busiest highways in the
province, in less than 30 minutes.
In addition, low traffic congestion in the region allows Trois-Rivières companies to quickly
access their markets, maximizing the use of truck fleets and transportation personnel.
An ideal solution for logistics and distribution needs, Trois-Rivières offers unique
advantages, such as industrial lots at competitive prices, a pool of skilled labor and a full
range of supporting transportation and logistics services.
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Railways
TROIS-RIVIÈRES IS SERVICED
BY THE QUEBEC-GATINEAU
RAILWAY, WHICH PROVIDES
BUSINESSES WITH DIRECT
ACCESS TO THE MAJOR
TRANSCONTINENTAL
CANADIAN NATIONAL
AND CANADIAN PACIFIC
RAILWAY NETWORKS.
Trois-Rivières offers intermodal railway, road and port transshipment infrastructures.
All transportation and customs services are available at its different intermodal sites,
allowing the efficient management of logistics.
A number of companies provide turnkey warehousing
and logistics services, including:
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Merchandise handling with indoor or outdoor receiving/shipping
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Real-time management of inventory
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Management of various bulk, liquid and packaged products
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Controlled access to sites
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Indoor/outdoor logistics services with access to railway networks
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Indoor warehousing service with temperature control
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Port
of Trois-Rivières
Open year round, the Port of
Trois-Rivières is one of the largest
ports in Quebec and is seeing steady
growth in its traffic. Recognized for
the excellence of its material handlers,
its warehouses near the docks, its
indoor and outdoor storage spaces,
and its skilled workforce, the Port of
Trois-Rivières offers its clients a wide
range of varied and versatile port
services, such as towing, shipping
agencies and pilotage.
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With a constant eye on changes in
the maritime industry, the port has
undertaken an extensive program
to modernize its facilities in order to
improve performance and flexibility
and double transshipment capacity.
Solid and liquid bulk, containers, grain
and general merchandise are among
the many types of cargo that pass
through the Port of Trois-Rivières;
all comply with the strictest
environmental standards and are in
harmony with the community.
A vital intermodal hub, the Port of
Trois-Rivières is connected to the main
continental railway networks. It is also
adjacent to major highways in Quebec
and to Interstate 91 in Vermont. These
road and railway networks enable easy
access to markets in Quebec, Ontario
and the United States. In addition, the
port facilities in Trois-Rivières meet
new international requirements for
maritime transportation safety.
IN FULL EXPANSION
THE PORT OF TROIS-RIVIÈRES IS:
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1.7 miles of docks, including 8 commercial stations
with a minimum depth of 35 feet
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Terminals, warehouses and indoor and outdoor storage areas
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Grain elevators
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4.7 miles of railway tracks along the docks, close to a railway yard
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Liquid and dry bulk tanks
1.7 MILES OF DOCK
8 COMMERCIAL STATIONS
WITH A MINIMUM DEPTH OF
35 FEET
THE PORT OF TROIS-RIVIÈRES IS ABOVE ALL:
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A partner for international, national and regional shipments,
at prices that are highly competitive
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A partner in business development
LIQUID AND DRY BULK TANKS
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Trois-Rivières
Airport
THE LARGEST AERONAUTICAL HUB IN QUEBEC OUTSIDE OF
MONTREAL, THE TROIS-RIVIÈRES AIRPORT IS A VITAL LINK
IN THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY.
With its 9,006 ft. (2.75 km) runway equipped with high-intensity approach lights with
PAPI and ARCAL systems at both ends, the airport can accommodate all types of aircraft,
including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A320.
Located near two industrial parks and major highways and just 10 minutes from downtown,
the airport offers development potential for companies in the aeronautics or transport
logistics sectors.
In full expansion, the Airport Industrial Park offers more than 50,000,000 sq. ft. (5 km2)
of land for commercial or industrial use. Companies already established in the park include
those that specialize in the aeronautics sector, offering a wide range of services to
businesses and individuals:
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Small and large aircraft mechanical
repairs, maintenance and painting
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Freight transportation and
chartering of cargo planes
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Overhaul of aircraft engines
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Manufacturing of fiberglass
aircraft parts
Business flights, charter
airplanes and helicopters
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Pilot and parachute training
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Engineering and certification
TROIS-RIVIÈRES AIRPORT
HAS MORE THAN 25,000
AIRCRAFT MOVEMENTS EVERY
YEAR. IT HANDLES, AMONG
OTHERS, BUSINESS, TOURISM,
CHARTER AND CARGO FLIGHTS.
9,006 feet
OF PAVED RUNWAY
equipped with high-intensity approach lights
NO FLIGHT
RESTRICTIONS
TROIS-RIVIÈRES AIRPORT OFFERS:
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A terminal with services (block
heaters, de-icing (type I), refueling
of 100LL and Jet-A fuel, defueling,
jumpstarts (GPU) and customs)
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Industrial rental spaces
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Outdoor rental spaces
for aircraft parking
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Approach UNICOM
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Restaurant and pilot lounge
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OPERATIONS Industrial
24 HOURS A DAY
SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
Parks
TROIS-RIVIÈRES BOASTS 8 INDUSTRIAL PARKS, INCLUDING ONE ORIENTED
TOWARDS TECHNOLOGY (MICRO SCIENCES PARK) AND ONE WITH A
FOCUS ON AERONAUTICS. BOTH ARE UNDERGOING EXPANSION AND CAN
ACCOMMODATE NEW BUSINESSES IN THEIR RESPECTIVE FIELDS.
LANES FOR
HGV TRAFFIC
At a distance from residential areas
SERVICED LOTS
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Lots remain available in des Carrefours
and des Hautes-Forges industrial parks,
located on either side of Highway 55 at
the Highway 40 junction.
With virtually no traffic congestion and
lanes for heavy goods vehicle traffic
at a distance from residential areas,
operations can be carried out 24 hours
a day, seven days a week. All industrial
infrastructures include streets, high
voltage electricity, high flow water supply
system, natural gas, a fiber optic network
and telecommunication services.
These two industrial parks allow direct
access to the airport, while the Port is
about ten minutes away.
Serviced by the railway network, des
Hautes-Forges Industrial Park is a strategic
choice for companies with logistics needs.
It also offers a multi-tenant industrial
complex, which can serve as an incubator
for start-ups in the manufacturing sector.
In addition, a company that establishes
itself in one of the industrial parks in
Trois-Rivières can take advantage of lots
at competitive prices and very attractive
tax benefits.
Industrial Parks
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Des Hautes-Forges
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Dessureault
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Des Carrefours (40-55)
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J.-Réal-Desrosiers
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Thomas-Bellemare
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Micro Sciences Park
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Gilles-Beaudoin
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Micro Sciences
Park
AN EXCEPTIONAL
SITE IN A
DYNAMIC BUSINESS
ENVIRONMENT
Opened in 2009, the Micro Sciences Park
is a unique meeting place between private
businesses and the research world. Three
miles (5 km) from the Université du Québec
à Trois-Rivières, this technology park has
a pool of skilled labor and enables exciting
collaboration among researchers. It offers
a fiber optic network and a secure high
capacity IT center.
Located in Trois-Rivières, where the
Saint-Maurice River meets the majestic
St. Lawrence River, the Micro Sciences
Park is without question one of the most
beautiful locations in Quebec to establish
a business. Bordered by pedestrian
and bicycle paths, it provides access to
downtown Trois-Rivières in just minutes
on foot or by bike.
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BE PART OF A TECHNOLOGY
SHOWCASE RECOGNIZED FOR
ITS INNOVATIVE SECTORS:
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Industrial bioprocesses
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Environmental technology
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Information and
communications technology
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Microelectronics
Benefit from the synergy of nearby research
and technology transfer teams, as well as
businesses located in the Technocentre of
IDE Trois-Rivières.
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PARK IS LOCATED
CLOSE TO HIGHWAY 40,
JUST MINUTES
FROM DOWNTOWN
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Collaboration between researchers
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A pool of skilled labor
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Fiber optics and secure
high capacity IT center
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Site bordered by bike and
pedestrian paths
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Available land
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Commercial amenities
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75%
Technocentre
HELPING TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES TAKE FLIGHT
intended for
INCUBATION
Rental spaces
16,000 SQ. FT.
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PRIVATE
Establishing a business in the Technocentre of IDE Trois-Rivière means having access to
laboratories, offices and common spaces where the emphasis is on an exceptional quality
of work life.
The Technocentre is ideal for start-up companies, companies whose focus is R & D,
and companies that periodically use biofermentation reactors. The equipment available
at the Technocentre helps optimize bioprocesses and facilitates scale production
for marketing.
THE TECHNOCENTRE OF IDE TROIS-RIVIÈRES OFFERS:
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LABORATORIES
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A common laboratory with
basic lab equipment
Specialized equipment, including
3.6 to 150-liter bioreactors and
a sanitary-grade filtration unit
Offices for researchers and
technology sector businesses
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Dining area and kitchen
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Gym
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Technology incubation services
OPPORTUNITIES IN
R & D COLLABORATION
The many research centers in the Trois-Rivières and Mauricie
regions open the door to interesting collaboration opportunities
among the companies who locate here.
UNIVERSITÉ DU QUÉBEC À TROIS-RIVIÈRES (UQTR)
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Center for Research on Lignocellulosic Materials (Centre
de recherche sur les matériaux lignocellulosiques (CRML))
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Institute for Research on Hydrogen (Institut
de recherche sur l’hydrogène (IRH))
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Institute for Research on SMEs (Institut
de recherche sur les PME (InRPME))
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Industrial Research Chair in Environment and
Biotechnology (Chaire de recherche industrielle
en environnement et biotechnologie - CRIEB)
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School of Engineering
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Research Chair In Aeronautical Project Management
(Chaire de recherche en gestion de projets aéronautiques)
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER ACADEMIC
INSTITUTIONS (CCTT)
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Collegiate Center for Technology
Transfer in Telecommunications (C2T3)
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Quebec Metallurgy Center (CMQ)
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National Center for Electrochemistry and
Environmental Technologies (CNETE)
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Center for Innovation in Cellulose Products (Innofibre)
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EDUCATION
IN TROIS-RIVIÈRES
28 primary schools
7 highschools
2 vocational training centers
1 adult education center
2 colleges
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1 university
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A City for Students
UNIVERSITÉ DU QUÉBEC À TROIS-RIVIÈRES
Inaugurated in 1969, the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) is attended by students and researchers from around the world.
With its campus in the heart of the city, it is a symbol for knowledge and excellence. Its involvement in economic, social and cultural
development attracts specialists in high-tech and emerging sectors.
Some 200 programs at three academic levels are offered,
notably in health, science, engineering, administration
and education. UQTR also offers more than 40 programs
unavailable elsewhere in Quebec, a testament to its range
and innovation.
VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING
Based on the needs of the labor market, vocational and technical
training centers are an important component of the Trois-Rivières
education system. College level schools include Cégep de
Trois-Rivières, a public institution, and Collège Laflèche, a private
institution.
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Business Administration
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Accounting Sciences
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Computer Sciences
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Innovation Management in SMEs
Some of the programs offered by vocational and technical schools
in Trois-Rivières include:
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Engineering (industrial, computer, chemical,
electrical and mechanical)
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Civil, Mechanical,
Industrial and
Metallurgical Engineering
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Physics, Biophysics, Energy and Materials
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Environmental Sciences
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Industrial Maintenance
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Cellulosic Materials and Biomass Valorization
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Cellular and Molecular Biology
Electronics and
Industrial Electronics
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Chemistry with Forensic Profile
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Podiatry, Chiropractic, Medicine, Kinesiology and Pathology
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Construction Trades
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Computer Sciences
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Mechanics
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Aeronautics
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An Economy
Focused on
the Future
INCREASINGLY ORIENTED TOWARDS THE KNOWLEDGE INDUSTRY,
TROIS-RIVIÈRES IS TARGETING EMERGING SECTORS TO EXPAND ITS
ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION AND ASSURE ITS LONG-TERM GROWTH.
The Trois-Rivières of today offers skilled workers and infrastructures tailored to the needs
of entrepreneurs in promising areas:
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Aeronautics
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Industrial bioprocesses and
environmental technologies
Information and communication
technologies and microelectronics
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Logistics and distribution
We are aware of the importance of ongoing innovation to secure our long-term prosperity,
and we are proud to offer the following specialized products and services:
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Manufacturing of metal products
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Building materials
and related services
Value-added papers and
related technologies
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Food processing
Furniture and wood processing
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Engineering and technical services
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dynamic
Halfway between Montreal and Quebec
City, Trois-Rivières offers a one-of-akind blend: a dynamic economy, rich
culture and outstanding quality of life.
Big city amenities without the big city
inconvenience!
Living in Trois-Rivières means being able to
leave the house at 8 every morning, drive
the kids to school and daycare and arrive
at work by 8:30! With smooth traffic and
an abundance of parking spaces, daily
routines are easy and enjoyable.
A recreational city, Trois-Rivières offers a
wide range of activities to help you make
the most of your free time.
With 95 miles of bicycle paths, 34 outdoor
skating rinks and 31 tennis courts at your
doorstep, staying in shape has never been
easier. Why not do some kayaking on the
Saint-Maurice River, for example!
Within just minutes of downtown, seven
golf courses welcome golf enthusiasts
for many months of the year. Looking for
a place to unwind? Saint-Quentin Island
has a relaxing spot on the beach waiting
for you.
Add to these advantages access to
property facilitated by housing prices
among the most affordable in Canada.
ONLY
45 MINUTES
FROM THE MAURICIE NATIONAL PARK
11,600 MILES2
OF FOREST
95 MILES
OF BICYCLE PATHS
TROIS-RIVIÈRES IS ALSO:
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Arenas
Soccer fields
Public swimming pools
Municipal parks
Artificial turf football and soccer
fields, including
1 indoor soccer facility
Baseball fields
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NAMED
CULTURAL CAPITAL
OF CANADA
IN 2009
SECOND
OLDEST FRENCH SPEAKING
CITY IN NORTH AMERICA
AVERAGE PRICE OF A HOME
IN SOME CANADIAN CITIES
TROIS-RIVIÈRES
$158,000
QUÉBEC
SHERBROOKE
MONTRÉAL
irresistible
A boutique city that’s a joy to amble
through and explore, Trois-Rivières is
known for its relaxing lifestyle. You’ll quickly
be swept away by its many Parisian style
cafés, inviting restaurants, museums, art
galleries and numerous festivals, which
contributed to Trois-Rivières being named
Cultural Capital of Canada in 2009.
Trois-Rivières has that “special something”
that gives it a unique atmosphere; it’s a
city that is both contemporary and exudes
old world charm. During the summer, it is
beautiful and cultural, active and colorful.
Events and festivals abound, and a wide
array of public activities are featured
ranging from dance and poetry to music
and historical events.
Imbued with a feeling of youthfulness
and renewal, Trois-Rivières has much to
reveal. Founded in 1634, the beautiful and
well-preserved historical district is home
to museums, galleries and heritage tours
waiting to be discovered. With its rich
and prosperous industrial past, the TroisRivières of today remembers and shares.
HOME OF THE TROIS-RIVIÈRES
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND ITS
54 MUSICIANS
TORONTO
CALGARY
VANCOUVER
SOURCE: CMHC (2013)
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IDE Trois-Rivières
for Personalized Service
IDE TROIS-RIVIÈRES
IS YOUR GATEWAY TO A REGION
THAT OFFERS PROSPERITY
AND “JOIE DE VIVRE.”
Contacting the business development team at Innovation et Développement économique
(IDE) Trois-Rivières is the first step towards establishing a business in Trois-Rivières.
Throughout the process, IDE professionals remain key partners, contributing their expertise
to developers in order to facilitate every phase of the project.
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Help in searching for office space and building lots
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Identification of applicable government programs
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Referral of professionals (architects, engineers, accountants, etc.)
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Help in searching for subcontractors and suppliers
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Data on labor, businesses, industrial parks, R & D, public services and quality of life
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Information on municipal regulations
IDE Trois-Rivières also provides support to help business people and their families who
settle here. City tours, choosing a home and enrolling children in school: this support greatly
helps newcomers who choose to work and live in Trois-Rivières feel right at home.
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THE CITY OF TROIS-RIVIÈRES
IS RECOGNIZED FOR ITS
INNOVATIVE PROJECTS
AZIMUT INNOVATION
PHEONIX
Establishing a business in Trois-Rivières,
means gaining exclusive access to a vast
network of innovation.
2011
2012
Awarded to Tourisme Trois-Rivières at the
Annual Tourism Days gala.
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of Innovation
Trois-Rivières offers a welcoming
environment for innovative projects.
Oriented to the future and open to new
ideas, it has become a meeting point for
bold builders and passionate researchers.
SILVER AWARD
AWARD
For Enhancement and Protection of
the Environment and Ecosystems,
municipalities and municipal bodies
category. Presented by Pierre Arcand,
Quebec Minis ter of Sus tainable
Development, Environment and Parks.
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Welcome to a City
JURY FAVORITE
A place to exchange know-how, the city is
home to numerous research centers and a
new generation of specialized and highly
qualified workers in cutting-edge fields.
Active and dynamic, the Micro Sciences
Park and Industrial Airport Park are
incubators of innovative projects that are
defining the future.
There is no doubt, Trois-Rivières has the
means to achieve its ambitions... and those
of its businesses!
IDE TROIS-RIVIÈRES OFFERS
SUPPORT FOR INNOVATION AND
COMPETITIVENESS IMPROVEMENT
PROJECTS, NOTABLY BY PROVIDING
GUIDANCE IN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
AND ACCREDITATION INITIATIVES AND
TECHNICAL SALES FEASIBILITY STUDIES.
AWARD
At the gala of the ADRIQ (Quebec Research
and Innovation Development Association),
for the technology partnership between
Innu-Science Canada, IDE TroisRivières and the National Center for
Electrochemistry and Environmental
Technologies (CNETE).
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CONTACT US
370, des Forges Street, Suite 100
Trois-Rivières, Québec G9A 2H1
Telephone: 819 374-4061
Toll free: 1 877 374-4061, ext. 5139
(Canada and U.S.A. only)
[email protected]
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