The city of Percé has an established reputation as a tourist destination. Its unique surroundings and friendly population provide an exceptional environment for its residents.

The dramatic coastline of Percé joins with the Bay of Chaleurs; the proximity to New Brunswick and the United States creates an interesting setting for its inhabitants. Port services, an airport, and a CEGEP community college are all found within a few kilometres of Percé. With 49 establishments dedicated to welcoming visitors, Percé has a capacity of over 800 accommodation units, as well as a number of restaurants which highlight local produce and the bounty of our seas. An area of Percé has been recognized by the Quebec government as a ‘Natural District', preserving its rich archaeological and historical heritage. Percé is recognized internationally for its culture and arts community. For those interested in outdoor sports, Percé has much to offer. There are many rivers located within Percé city limits- the Malbaie River, for example, offers salmon fishing. Scuba activities are available around Bonaventure Island and Point-Saint-Pierre, as well as sea kayaking, public beaches, and over 40 km of walking trails. A wide variety of activities are accessible throughout the year: bird and whale-watching, deep-sea fishing, quad and snowmobile activities, as well as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

In 2006, a plan to develop the tourism industry was completed, and a pre-feasibility study for a recreational park was submitted in 2008. The plans to develop this park are underway.

The city of Percé offers a wide variety of services to investors, entrepreneurs, and manufacturers who wish to establish in Percé. Do you have investment and development ideas? We have the tools to help you succeed.

The following is a list of contacts for a variety of regional service:

• Local Centre of Development (CLD)- Francis Dumont, coordinator of social-economic development, tourism, and communications (418) 689 6603 or fdumont@rocherperce.qc.ca

• Rocher-Percé SADC for local rural development - Andrée Roy, General director (418) 689 5699, ext. 202 or aroy@ciril.qc.ca

• Canada Economic Development (DEC) -France Simard, Regional director (418) 368 5879 or france.simard@dec-ced.gc.ca

• Rural pact for the MRC-Christine Hautcoeur, Development officer (418) 689 6638 or chautcoeur@rocherperce.qc.ca

• Local Employment Center (CLE)-Pierre-Claude Cyr, director (418) 689 2201 or Pierreclaude.cyr@mess.gouv.qc.ca

• Economic development society of Percé (SDEP)- Daniel Leboeuf, president (418) 782 2550 or info.sdep@rocherperce.net

• Chamber of Commerce for the MRC du Rocher-Percé- Michel Gagné, president (418) 689 8998 or info@ccrocherperce.org

Our municipal team is dynamic, efficient, and professional. Our aim is to be proactive, to provide answers and solutions to your questions and to aid in your efforts to establish in the region.

Welcome to Percé!