City coordinates: 49.2118373, -68.1801406
Baie-Comeau is a city on the north shore of the Saint Lawrence River in Quebec and an important urban centre in the Côte-Nord region. The city was developed during the twentieth century around large-scale industrial projects and port activity, which continue to influence its economy and urban structure.
Forestry, paper production, hydroelectric development and shipping have all played major roles in the growth of Baie-Comeau. Its location on the river gives it strategic importance for transportation and trade, while the surrounding forests and rugged landscapes connect the city to the wider natural environment of eastern Quebec.
Baie-Comeau today combines industry, regional services and access to northern landscapes, making it a key city on Quebec’s north shore.