Thetford Mines is a city of approximately 27,000 residents that has achieved a remarkable transformation over the past few decades. The municipality, located halfway between Quebec City and Sherbrooke, was founded in 1876 following the discovery of an asbestos deposit. For over a century, Thetford Mines was known as the “Asbestos Capital of the World” and the “City of White Gold.” After the closure of the last mine in 2012, Thetford Mines successfully reinvented itself, even dropping the word “Mines” from its brand name to turn the page on this bygone era.

Thetford Mines offers a dynamic environment with a diversified economy that is focused on the future. The city is distinguished by its secondary and tertiary manufacturing sector, particularly in plastics, composites, metal fabrication, and oleochemistry. The municipality is also a pioneer with innovative carbon capture and sequestration projects on former mining sites, positioning the region at the heart of the world’s largest circular economy project. Residents enjoy high employment rates, a CEGEP, a modern convention center, and a general hospital. The city’s industrial heritage can be explored at the mineralogical and mining museum, while the many natural areas offer endless opportunities for outdoor activities in the unique setting of the Appalachians.

The real estate market in Thetford Mines has experienced spectacular growth in recent years, far exceeding provincial averages. Despite this impressive growth, properties remain among the most affordable in Quebec. This exceptional accessibility, combined with economic dynamism and cutting-edge environmental initiatives, is attracting more and more young families and professionals eager to settle in a forward-looking city that has turned its challenges into opportunities.