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Would you like to take the plunge? In this section, you’ll find all the resources you need to help you with your relocation project, from thinking about it right through to settling in.

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Abitibi-Ouest is a region rich in every sense of the word. Incredibly vibrant, it’s a vast playground where anything is possible. Come build your dream here.

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A land rich in its people

The wealth of Abitibi-Ouest is, hands down, the people you meet there. And what better way to discover a land than through the eyes of those who live there?

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A warm and welcoming community

Agronomist

Frédérique Lavallée

Family physician

Sunnie Gauthier-Poulin

Sunnie Gauthier-Poulin

Forestry engineer

Geneviève Labrecque

A land rich in wide-open spaces

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3618 km²

of area to explore

21

municipalities and two unincorporated towns to live in

20 500+

people to meet

169+

lakes to boat on

A land rich in fun

A paradise for those who enjoy life and love simplicity

Outdoor activities, festivals, bars and restaurants: there’s no shortage of entertaining things to see and do. A cold beer, a campfire and a guitar are enough to make for unforgettable evenings.

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A land rich in opportunities

Covering an area brimming with development possibilities, Abitibi-Ouest is the ideal place to build on dreams. Here, incredible freedom and power of initiative are provided to anyone who wants to get involved and make an impact in their community.

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A land rich in services

Abitibi-Ouest is a community of warm and creative people. Nobody ever lacks for anything because the people come together and help each other to fuel the vitality of this area.