Retailing In Quebec Legal Quebec is the only Province in Canada where Real Estate is governed by Civil Law as opposed to Common Law. Retailers and developers planning on expanding into the Quebec market should obtain legal advise on Civil Law concepts and implications for their standard documentation based on this legal framework. French Language Charter French is the “Official Language” in Quebec. The “Charter of the French Language” has stipulations that will impact the activity of retailers. To name a few - Employees have the right to work in French; there are sign laws that enforce the use of French; product information must be in French, but can also be in another language. As is the case with the Quebec legal system, retailers should obtain counsel on operational issues. Demographics The Province has a population of approximately 7.5 million, which is concentrated in the Greater Montreal area, where 3.5 million of the population reside. French is the dominant language with 80% of the population counting it as their mother tongue. Market Analysis & Development Strategy The professionals at Siteworks can work with you to establish the most appropriate development strategy. As we have done with other successful entrants to the Quebec Market, this can extend to assisting in putting together the required complimentary professionals, market analyst, urban planner, architect, legal advisor, or civil engineer.