() is an administrative region of Quebec consisting of the Gaspé Peninsula () and the . It lies in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence at the eastern extreme of southern Quebec. The predominant economic activities are fishing, forestry and tourism.

Region

The administrative region of was created on December 22, 1987. It brings together two geographical units: the Gaspé Peninsula () and the Magdalen Islands archipelago (). The population was 90,311 at the time of the 2016 census.

The region has undergone many stresses which have influenced the evolution of its economy. The decrease in population as well as in primary resources, the weak diversity of secondary economic activities, and the seasonal nature of many of its jobs are all elements that explain the fragility of the job market. Tourism plays a vital part in the region's economy.

Administrative divisions

Regional county municipalities

  • Regional County Municipality
  • Regional County Municipality
  • Regional County Municipality
  • Regional County Municipality
  • Regional County Municipality

Independent municipalities

Major communities

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  • New Richmond

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References

  • A descriptive sketch of the geology, and economic minerals of Canada Young, G. A. Geological Survey Branch (1909). Canada Department of Mines
  • Portail régional de la Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine Official website
  • Municipalities and cities of Gaspé region
  • CRÉ