Québec officially joined GINI following its designation as an eligible invitee at the 2024 GINI Inaugural High-Level Meeting.
The membership was formalized on June 11, 2025, when Ms. Martine Biron, Minister of International Relations and La Francophonie, signed the Letter of Intent.
The province has been recognized as a major hub for innovation and sustainability, hosting world-class universities and industries at the forefront of science and technology.
Québec’s Innovation Performance
○ R&D Excellence
- Investment: USD 9.6 billion, representing over 25% of Canada’s total R&D expenditure and 2.17% of Québec’s GDP (2018).
- Global Standing: Ranked 12th globally in GDP share devoted to R&D (2017).
○ World-Class Academic Landscape
- Leading Universities: Home to three of Canada’s top seven research-intensive institutions—McGill University, Université de Montréal, and Université Laval.
○ Strategic Innovation Zones
- Key Sectors: Aerospace, biotechnology, quantum technology, semiconductors, and energy transition.
Through its participation in GINI, Québec seeks to exchange knowledge and drive collective progress in science, technology, and innovation.
