Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean Postal Codes: G0V to G8N | Quebec

Key Facts

Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean is an administrative region located in central Quebec, Canada, situated approximately 200 kilometers north of Quebec City. This vast territory covers an area of about 98,712 square kilometers, making it one of Quebec's largest regions by land area, with a population of approximately 275,000 residents. The region is characterized by its distinctive geography, dominated by the Saguenay River valley and Lac Saint-Jean, a large inland sea-like lake that gives the region its name. Administratively, Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean is divided into 4 regional county municipalities (MRCs) - Le Domaine-du-Roy, Maria-Chapdelaine, Lac-Saint-Jean-Est, and Le Fjord-du-Saguenay - along with the territory of Mashteuiatsh, a First Nations reserve. The region's economy has historically been based on aluminum production, forestry, and agriculture, particularly dairy farming around the Lac Saint-Jean basin. Known for its stunning natural landscapes including the Saguenay Fjord, one of the world's longest navigable fjords, the region attracts tourists for outdoor activities year-round. For those seeking postal code information for the municipalities and communities within Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, comprehensive data is available for all its sub-regions.

Neighboring Regions

• Côte-Nord
• Nord-du-Québec
• Abitibi-Témiscamingue
• Mauricie
• Capitale-Nationale