Bas-Saint-Laurent

Bas-Saint-Laurent stretches along the southern shore of the Saint Lawrence River, covering 22,185 square kilometers of varied terrain from coastal areas to mountains.

The region emerged from French colonial settlements in the late 17th century, receiving official administrative status on December 22, 1987 as part of Quebec's reorganization.

The eight municipalities within Bas-Saint-Laurent maintain strong connections to maritime traditions through festivals, local arts, and indigenous heritage celebrations throughout the year.

Rimouski serves as the administrative capital, providing educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and commercial centers for the region's 199,000 residents.

The region develops marine biotechnology enterprises alongside traditional industries like forestry, creating a mixture of historical and modern economic activities.

Location: Quebec

Inception: December 22, 1987

Capital city: Rimouski

Elevation above the sea: 1,150 m

Shares border with: Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, New Brunswick, Maine, St. Lawrence River

Website: http://bas-saint-laurent.org

GPS coordinates: 48.33333,-68.66667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:05