Whale Watching in the Maritime Regions of Québec
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
The maritime regions of Québec boast some of the best whale-watching sites in the world, whether you prefer to stay on land or are willing to go out to sea.
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Everything You Need to Know to Plan a Trip to Bas-Saint-Laurent
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Are you thinking of visiting the region of Bas-Saint-Laurent soon? Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you plan your stay.
Read MoreBelugas on the Horizon
| By Parc marin du Saguenay–Saint-Laurent
Did you know that belugas lives right in the heart of the St. Lawrence Estuary? This isolated and fragile population was the driving force behind a grassroots movement to protect the marine ecosystems of the St. Lawrence and the Saguenay Fjord, which eventually led to the creation of Québec’s first marine protected area in 1998: the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park.
Read More7 Good Reasons to Visit Rivière-du-Loup
| By Le Québec maritime
Located on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River, the city of Rivière-du-Loup is a prime tourist destination, with its magnificent scenery, the vast array of activities it has to offer…
Read MoreMeet the 3 First Nations in Eastern Québec
| By Marie-Ève Blanchard
The maritime regions of Québec are home to three First Nations peoples, each with their own distinct identity, way of life, history and language: the Innu in Côte-Nord, the Mi’gmaq in Gaspésie and the Wolastoqiyik in Bas-Saint-Laurent. To visit these communities is to embark on a journey into the heart of centuries-old cultures and discover vibrant traditions, practices and belief systems.
Read MoreTips for Identifying Whale Species
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
The maritime regions of Québec are some of the best places in the world to see whales. To prepare you for your next whale-watching excursion, here are some tips to help you identify the most common species found in our regions.
Read MoreWhere to See Whales in Bas-Saint-Laurent
| By Jean-Pierre Sylvestre, Le Québec maritime
Bas-Saint-Laurent borders the St. Lawrence Estuary for nearly 200 km (125 mi.). If you love maritime landscapes, islands, lighthouses and marine mammals, you’ll be charmed by this region’s coastline. Here are some of the best places to see whales in Bas-Saint-Laurent.
Read MoreSatisfy Your Curiosity in Our Museums and Interpretation Sites
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Contemporary art, history, maritime heritage, natural sciences, industrial heritage… whatever your interests, you’ll find many museums and interpretation sites in Eastern Québec that will satisfy your thirst for knowledge. Here are a few worth visiting!
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