Aerospace

Québec Leads the Way

Backed by a long-established industrial ecosystem, Québec boasts a complete aerospace value chain encompassing innovation, certification, manufacturing and in-service support.  

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A Major Industry in Québec

Cutting-edge expertise in AI, unmanned aerial systems and space and defence industry technologies make Québec the ideal base for long-term partnerships.

1st

Québec holds the title of Canada’s largest aerospace hub. 

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230 SMEs and some 20 prime contractors, equipment manufacturers, first-tier partners and large companies are active in Québec’s aerospace sector. 

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43,100

The industry’s specialized and highly skilled workforce comprises more than 43,100 workers.

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A Diverse and Collaborative Industry

There are six major prime contractors in Québec:  

  • Airbus 
  • Bell Textron Canada
  • Bombardier 
  • CAE 
  • Pratt & Whitney Canada 
  • MDA 

In addition, there are approximately 15 world-class equipment manufacturers and integrators as well as an extensive network of subcontractors and specialized suppliers. Together, they form an aerospace ecosystem with operations in numerous industry segments.

Québec companies stand out for their diversified production, frequently carried out on a human scale. This allows them to develop solutions tailored to their customers’ specific needs, particularly in the business aviation sector. Solutions are developed in close collaboration with major industry players and their partners, fostering synergy and constant innovation in Québec’s aerospace industry.

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A Large Pool of Highly Skilled Talent

Québec boasts a specialized and highly skilled workforce in the aerospace, defence and space industries. With complementary expertise in AI, optics-photonics and cleantech, Québec is driving innovation on a global scale.  

Québec provides the conditions for a constant renewal of essential skills to meet industry needs:

  • over 45 research centres
  • a robust training system 
  • more than 26,000 university students
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A Gateway to Major Markets

The vast majority of Québec’s aerospace production is exported, a sign of the industry’s quality, competitiveness and dynamism.  

In total, 80% of the output from Québec companies is sold to international customers.  

Furthermore, Québec’s aerospace exports account for two-thirds of the Canadian total.

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Business and Collaborative Opportunities

Always on the lookout for strategic partners, Québec welcomes international companies ready to strengthen key links in its value chain.  

Investments in research and development are substantial, with Québec positioned as a gateway to the aerospace technologies of tomorrow. 

Its space sector also offers strong opportunities for innovation in the commercial satellite industry, particularly in communication and navigation technologies.

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Espace Aéro: A Catalyst for Growth and Innovation

The Espace Aéro innovation zone brings together businesses, universities and research centres to promote training, cutting-edge research and applied testing. This dynamic, well-structured hub strengthens and imparts fresh new energy to the aerospace industry with its innovation-friendly climate.  

By fostering collaboration and the development of new talent, Espace Aéro contributes to the industry’s lasting transformation, positioning Québec as a global leader in decarbonization and advanced air mobility.

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