For businesses operating in Quebec’s maritime regions, attracting and retaining talent can be a major growth challenge. The Gaspésie et régions maritimes measure is designed to make hiring more viable by reducing the overall cost of creating new jobs in regions such as Bas-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, and Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine. Rather than providing a traditional cash grant, this initiative works through a tax-based incentive that rewards businesses for expanding their workforce in areas where economic development and job stability are a priority.
Administered by Investissement Québec, the program is open to companies across a wide range of industries, reflecting the diverse economic landscape of these coastal regions. Eligible businesses may benefit from significant non-repayable tax support tied to eligible employment expenses, which can add up to meaningful savings over time depending on the scope of the project and number of jobs created. This makes the measure particularly relevant for growing SMEs, manufacturers, processors, and service-based businesses planning long-term operations in these regions.
Because the value and structure of the support can vary based on the nature of the business and its hiring plans, understanding how the measure applies to your situation is key. Reviewing the full details through GrantHub can help you assess how this regional incentive fits into your expansion or workforce strategy.
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