To create an inclusive and integrated future, CEDEC works at the intersection of local, provincial, and national interests to build a resilient “One-Economy.” By fostering collaboration between these communities we ensure that diverse talents and regional assets are aligned to drive sustainable growth for all.
The Communities We Serve
The Canadian Community
Population: 41.2 Million
Workforce: 21.5 Million
GDP: $2.2 Trillion (CAD)
The Quebec Community
Population: 8.9 Million
Workforce: 4.7 Million
GDP: $560 Billion (CAD)
English Minority Community
Population: 1.3 Million
Workforce: 710,000
GDP: ~$85 Billion (Est.)
The Canadian Community
Collaborative development strengthens the country’s overall economic resilience. This national lens proves that when Quebec’s communities thrive, they provide a tangible competitive edge for all of Canada.
The Québec Community
We champion “unprecedented collaboration” across linguistic lines, aligning the unique assets of the English-speaking community with provincial priorities to build a more resilient and innovative foundation for the province.
The English Language Minority in Québec
While this community faces significant economic disparities—including higher unemployment and poverty rates—we are repositioning these Quebecers as an essential growth engine rather than a vulnerable population.