A Word from the President

M. Patrice Desmarais
Mayor, Canton de Valcourt

It is with great pride that I welcome you to the Centre local de développement de la MRC du Val-Saint-François Web site.

Our region has inherited a legacy of visionary innovation. We hope that you will seize this opportunity for business growth and family fulfillment.

In the heart of the Appalaches, Val-Saint-François offers vistas of unexpected beauty. As well, the area offers a range of cultural riches and highlights an industrial and architectural legacy that reflects the linguistic and cultural diversity of its founders.

In social and economic terms, the CLD works closely with economic partners, with elected officials, entrepreneurs, and representatives of various organizations to support the ongoing development of a creative, rich and diverse business community.

In Val-Saint-François, expansion and innovation have always driven the region’s dynamism. The economic development strategy of the region rests on a vision of the future that leaves ample room for innovative ideas.