City coordinates: 45.403271, -71.889038
Sherbrooke is a major city in southern Quebec located in the Estrie region at the meeting point of the Saint-François and Magog rivers. The city developed historically through textile manufacturing and hydroelectric power generated by the nearby rivers.
Sherbrooke is also known for its educational institutions, including Université de Sherbrooke and Bishop’s University, which contribute significantly to the city’s academic and cultural environment.
Today Sherbrooke functions as an important economic, educational and administrative centre for the Estrie region.