The largest city in Beauce and the second largest in the Chaudière-Appalaches region, Saint-Georges boasts a dynamic economy and serves a regional population of more than 100,000 people. Its 30,000 residents enjoy a modern, vibrant, smog-free city.

There’s plenty to do in Saint-Georges. Take the whole family out to a show, see the city’s own professional hockey team, or explore the great outdoors. Known as the Canadian capital of cycling, Saint-Georges has hosted the Grand Prix cycliste de Beauce for over 20 years. Saint-Georges conveniently has its own airport and a wide range of popular stores such as Archambault, Aldo, Sears, San Francisco, Le Château, SAQ Selection, Wal-Mart, Freedom, Renaud-Bray and more.

The beautiful Beauce region, where the Chaudière river flows in the heart of the Appalachian mountains, has all the comforts and convenience of the city. The Chaudière-Appalaches region produces 9.5 billion dollars worth of goods, exporting 2.5 billion. Companies around Saint-Georges are also very active, generating annual sales of 1.5 billion. Thanks to the innovation and best business practices enabled by our modern industrial parks, they compete on international markets.

• The Beauce region
• Touristic attractions in the Chaudière-Appalaches region
• Chamber of commerce
• Beauce-based companies
• Chaudière-Appalaches economic development

The greater Beauce region has been attracting outdoor activity enthusiasts for decades. Enjoy countless lakes, beautiful hiking trails and national parks, hunting, fishing, and ski resorts within 40 minutes from Saint-Georges.

Six golf courses satisfy all types of golfers. The Golf du Moulin Laflamme, Grand Héron, and the Club de Golf Saint-Georges along the river Famine feature large greens and impressive landscapes.

The Beauce region places a strong emphasis on education. It features 55 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, 5 vocational training centers (such as the CIMIC), and 9 continuing education centers. The region also offers high-quality private schools with specialty focuses such as a sports program, the International Baccalaureate program, and the Citizens of the World program. 7 secondary schools are affiliated with Laval University, which is less than an hour drive from Saint-Georges. Cégep Beauce-Appalaches, part of the Appalachian University Center, offers pre-university and technical education as well as an apprenticeship company devoted to job seekers.

When it comes to gourmet cuisine, food lovers can choose from various destinations such as l’Entrecôte steak house, the Lotus, the Table du Père Nature, Georgesville Hotel’s Point-Virgule, or the famous Bistro Don Camillo, which features genuine Italian cuisine with plenty of atmosphere.