HQ Function

The main campus serves as the primary center for teaching, research, administration, student life, and community engagement for Université Laval.

Notable Features:

Expansive green spaces, interconnected pavilions (many via underground tunnels), state-of-the-art research laboratories (e.g., COPL, INAF), extensive sports facilities (PEPS), a renowned library (Bibliothèque), and a commitment to sustainable development with several LEED-certified buildings.

Work Culture:

Characterized by academic rigor, collaborative research, a strong sense of community, and a vibrant French-speaking environment. The culture supports innovation, critical thinking, and student engagement in a wide array of academic and extracurricular activities.

HQ Significance:

As the first French-language university in North America, it plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting Francophone culture and education. It's a major research institution contributing significantly to Quebec's and Canada's scientific, social, and economic development.

Values Reflected in HQ: Excellence in education and research, innovation, sustainability, openness to the world, community engagement, and the promotion of French language and culture.

Location:

Université Laval fosters a strong global presence through international student recruitment (over 7,000 international students from 120 countries annually), numerous bilateral agreements and exchange programs with universities worldwide, participation in international research networks, and offering programs with an international focus. It actively supports international development projects and promotes global citizenship among its community.

Street Address:

2325 Rue de l'Université

City:

Québec

State/Province:

QC

Country:

Canada