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The Estrie region at a glanceNewsTerritory and main cities Economy and employment Immigration portrait MICC services for immigrants Resources and interesting links News
March 2005 - Immigration and integration of new arrivals - The Government of Québec and the City of Sherbrooke join their efforts in the field of immigration – Press release (in French only). August 2003 - Consultative tour of the Estrie region on immigration, integration and intercultural relations – Press release (in French only). Territory and main citiesThere is no lack of attractions in the Estrie region. Situated among lakes and mountains, the region offers sports and cultural activities enjoyed by a growing number of visitors. The beauty of its landscape and the diversity of services make it a good place to live. A focal point of learning with its two universities, four colleges and more than 50 research centres, Estrie is developing at the pace of its discoveries. The Université de Sherbrooke, for example, is one of the most prestigious universities in Québec. Information on the territory and its subregionsCity of Sherbrooke Economy and employmentThe Estrie region is very active in the agricultural sector, especially in dairy production. Mining also occupies an important part of the economy thanks to the extraction of asbestos and magnesium for example. Several firms in both traditional and non-traditional areas are also active here. Hence companies in microelectronics, precision tools, information technology and biomedical techniques operate alongside those in transportation equipment, textiles, and the processing of rubber, wood and paper. The Estrie offers many jobs in most major sectors of the economy and enjoys an unemployment rate that is below the Québec average. The vitality of its small and medium sized businesses, the quality of its business infrastructure and the proximity of North American markets, make the Estrie the top exporting region of Québec. Information on the economy, employment, services and cultural lifeEmploi-Québec Business start-up support Local development centre
of Memphrémagog Immigration portraitThrough different organizations, Estrie offers a range of services to help new immigrants integrate and find employment. Several communities are already represented in the region. They come from a variety of countries, including the United States, France, the United Kingdom, the former Yugoslavia, Afghanistan, Colombia, Argentina and China. MICC services for immigrantsInformation sessions for new immigrants Resources and interesting linksInternational social security agreements
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