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Québec is the largest of the 13 Canadian provinces and territories. It’s located in the northeastern part of Canada and is a French-speaking province. You can find many deliciously unique dishes like poutine, tourtières, pâté chinois, and fèves au lard, or if you have a sweet tooth, grands-pères, pounding chômeur, or St. Catherine’s taffy. Food lovers would love to have a team retreat here.
Québec has many tourist attractions like Parc de la Chute-Montmorency, Dufferin Terrace, Place Royale, Aquarium of Québec, Montmorency Falls, and The Citadelle of Québec. You could also go snowshoeing or whale watching. The possibilities are endless for a company retreat in Québec.
Montreal has team-building activities like The Amazing Chase and walking tours. An important factor to success is the happiness of the team, which is why these activities are so important for building relationships and forging friendships among the team.
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We've put together this list of team-building activities in
Québec
to help you get the most out of your visit.
From late-night jazz bars in Plateau Mont-Royal to hands-on bagel workshops in Mile End, this retreat agenda explores Montréal through its music, food and historic neighborhoods.
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Our team offsite retreat was excellent - great food, weather and activities. Even the people that couldn't attend wished they could have made it. And the location was perfect. Surf Office - Thank you very much for your help and support with planning and organization - and Beatriz our retreat manager was fantastic - fast, efficient and always kept us informed. It really made the difference. It really did!
Surf Office helped us plan our 60 person staff retreat, scoping locations, venues, restaurants, activities, and more. Angela was really on top of it and paid close attention to all of the details. Definitely saved us time on research and back-and-forth with all of the various contact persons!
We went into talks with SurfOffice and hit it off with the founders to make this happen. Theres a team that will guide you through the choice and a platform for when you are to arrive with an agenda. Our team likes to bring in community members to these types of events and the crew is excited. The onboarding is going well and we paid the deposit, and we're looking forward to the trip. Our party had to reduce significantly due to constraints and the team has been accomodating so far. 5* everyone had a good time and Rayna on site made everyone feel comfortable.
The location was great, the areas dedicated to us were amazing and all things we asked for were there - also, I love the shared dashboard to organize.
I recently worked with Surf Office to organize an offsite retreat for my company in Gran Canaria, and I couldn't be happier with the experience! Beatriz, the retreat planner, was incredible. From start to finish, she was exceptionally organized, responsive, and attentive to every detail. Planning a retreat for a team can be daunting, but Beatriz made the process seamless. She answered all my questions quickly and thoroughly, and her recommendations were spot-on. The offsite itself was beyond amazing – the accommodations and activities were perfectly tailored to our team’s needs. Surf Office took all the stress out of planning and delivered an unforgettable experience for our group. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to plan a work retreat. If you’re lucky enough to have Beatriz as your planner, you’re in great hands!
Yes, Quebec works especially well for teams that want a mix of European-style cities, outdoor nature, and seasonal activities. A corporate retreat in Quebec can combine strategy sessions with old-town walks, lakeside experiences, skiing, food tours, or mountain activities depending on the season.
Quebec stands out because of its French-Canadian culture, historic architecture, and strong seasonal atmosphere. In our experience hosting teams, Quebec feels more immersive and distinctive than many North American retreat destinations, especially for international groups looking for a different cultural experience.
Montreal is best for nightlife, restaurants, creativity, and international access. Quebec City suits teams looking for a more historic and walkable setting, while Mont-Tremblant is ideal for outdoor-focused retreats with skiing, hiking, and lake activities.
Most international teams arrive through Montréal–Trudeau International Airport (YUL), which is around 20–30 minutes from downtown Montreal. Québec City Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) works well for retreats closer to Quebec City, while Mont-Tremblant International Airport handles some seasonal flights.
The best period depends on the retreat style. Summer and early autumn are popular for outdoor activities, lake retreats, and festivals, while winter is ideal for ski-focused company retreats in Quebec with snow activities and chalet experiences.
Popular team-building activities in Quebec include:
Most teams plan a 3 to 5 day offsite in Quebec. This gives enough time for workshops, group dinners, outdoor activities, and some flexibility for exploring the destination without rushing between locations.
Montreal is usually better for larger international teams, nightlife, and creative industries, while Quebec City suits smaller groups looking for a quieter and more historic atmosphere. Teams we’ve hosted often choose Montreal for higher-energy retreats and Quebec City for slower-paced offsites.
Yes, Quebec offers strong nature-based retreat options. Mont-Tremblant, Charlevoix, the Eastern Townships, and the Laurentians are popular for lake retreats, forest settings, mountain views, and outdoor adventure.
Quebec is known for its French-influenced cuisine and local specialties. Teams often organize group dinners featuring poutine, maple-based dishes, fresh seafood, local cider, smoked meats, and tasting menus in Montreal or Quebec City.
Quebec can be more affordable than destinations like Toronto, Vancouver, or many US cities, especially outside peak ski season. Montreal usually offers the widest range of accommodation and dining budgets for company retreats in Quebec.
