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What are the steps to start my own business?

The SADC de la région de Mégantic and the CLD de la MRC du Granit will guide you through the different steps of your business project.
Mrs. Ginette Isabel
SADC région de Mégantic
Phone: 1 819 583-5332

Mr. François Chalifour
CLD de la MRC du Granit
Phone: 1 819 583-4411

I have an expansion project, but I am not from the region, who should I talk to?

Marie-Josée Loiselle
Industrial Commissioner – City of Lac-Mégantic
Phone: 1 514 574-6641

Marie-Claude Arguin
Deputy City Manager – City of Lac-Mégantic
Phone: 1 819 583-2441

I have completed a comparative analysis of different sites for a project and I have questions, who should I contact?

You can obtain answers for this question on our website under the following sections: Advantages, Infrastructures, Information (Sociodemographic data, Incentives, etc.)

To complete your information or for any other questions:
Marie-Josée Loiselle
Industrial Commissioner – City of Lac-Mégantic
Phone: 514 574-6641

I am looking for space and buildings for a project, who should I contact?

For more information, you can review the industrial park section of our website.

For other questions :
Marie-Claude Arguin – Deputy City Manager – City of Lac-Mégantic
Phone: 1 819 583 2441

How many square feet are still available in the industrial park? Who should I talk to for more details?

There are 5 million sq.ft. available in the industrial park (476 000 sq.m.) – Phase I.

For more information :
Marie-Claude Arguin – Deputy City Manager – City of Lac-Mégantic
Phone: 1 819 583-2441

What are the financial incentives offered by the City?

The City of Lac-Mégantic offers different programs for expansion and new investors. Please refer to the “Information” and “Incentives/Local” sections.

For more information :
Marie-Claude Arguin – Deputy City Manager – City of Lac-Mégantic
Phone: 1 819 583-2441

I am looking for suppliers in the wood, panels, metal products, sectors, who can help me?

You can consult the list of enterprises within the wood sector on our website, under “Sectors of excellence/Canada's Unique Wood Cluster".

You can also find other suppliers of interest to you under the “Sectors of excellence” subsection.

For more information :
Marie-Josée Loiselle
Industrial Commissioner – City of Lac-Mégantic
Phone: 514 574-6641

I have specific questions regarding innovation in the wood sector, as well as available financial support in this field, who can help me?

The Mégantic region can count on the availability of a specialist from the wood sector, from FP Innovations who will be happy to answer your questions and help your business with new processes and products.

Mr. Nicolas Pearson – Industrial Advisor
FP Innovations
Phone: 1 819-698-1919

What are the populations for Lac-Mégantic and the Granit county (MRC)?

Population - City of Lac-Mégantic: 5,935 (2011)
Population - MRC du Granit (county): 22,260 (2011)

Are the rail services fully recovered and are they still operating within the industrial park?

Yes, the railway company is Central Maine & Québec.

What is the distance from the City of Lac-Mégantic to the U.S. border?

The City of Lac-Mégantic is located 30 km (18 mi.) from the U.S. border.

What are distances and traveling times between Mégantic and the major cities?

Québec City (Québec) 187 km or 117 mi – 2:20 hrs
Montréal (Québec) 266 km or 166 mi – 3 hrs
Ottawa (Ontario) 445 km or 278 mi – 5 hrs
Boston (MA, USA) 502 km or 314 mi – 5:30 hrs
New-York (NY, USA) 739 km or 462 mi – 7:50 hrs
Toronto (Ontario) 804 km or 502 mi – 7:45 hrs
Washington (DC, USA) 1,100 km or 687 mi – 11:45 hrs
Detroit (MI, USA) – 1,155 km or 722 mi – 11:15 hrs

Who are the major employers?

CSSS du Granit (Centre de santé et de services sociaux) / 508 employees
Tafisa Canada / 285 employees
Masonite International / 192 employees
Bestar Inc. / 188 employees
La Corporation Internationale Masonite – division Industries Manufacturières Mégantic / 150 employees
Portes Lambton Inc. / 150 employees
A. Lacroix et Fils / 140 employees
Fromagerie La Chaudière Inc. / 130 employees 
Polycor Granit Bussière Inc. / 126 employees

What are the region's sectors of excellence (specialization)?

Appearance wood and composites
Agrofood
Granite
Metal products
Textile

What are the opportunities for investors and promoters in the new downtown reconstruction of the City of Lac-Mégantic? Who should I talk to for more information?

You can access information regarding the general plan in this document Plan directeur de reconstruction du centre-ville de Lac-Mégantic
(French only)

For more information :
Marie-Claude Arguin – Deputy City Manager – City of Lac-Mégantic
Phone: 1 819 583-2441

Where can I find more information about your educational system?

You will find all the information under the "Advantages/Education and training" section.

Where can I get technical information on the industrial park?

You will find the technical data sheet for the industrial park on our website under "Infrastructure/Industrial park".

What will become of the old downtown of Lac-Mégantic after decontamination?

You can refer to this document Plan directeur de reconstruction du centre-ville de Lac-Mégantic
(French only)

When will the decontamination be completed?

Phase I of the reconstruction could start in the fall of 2015, and the complete decontamination will be done with by the end of 2015.