CDPQ
Quebec's public pension fund manager, the Caisse de dépôt, which also built the REM light rail.
- Montréal
- since 1965
- Services
About CDPQ
CDPQ, the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, is Quebec's public pension fund manager, created in 1965. It invests the savings of Quebecers' public pension and insurance plans, and its infrastructure arm built the REM light rail.
Most readers will never deal with CDPQ directly, but it touches daily life: part of many retirement plans flows through it, and the REM now carries riders across the Montreal region. Riding the REM toward the South Shore or the West Island is a direct way to see one of its projects. It is a pillar of Quebec's economy, based in Montreal.
At a glance
- Category
- Services
- Based in
- Montréal
- Founded
- 1965
- Size
- A well-known name across Quebec
- Listed in
- Made in QuebecMade in QuebecMade in MontrealMade in Montreal
- Website
- lacaisse.com
Questions people ask
Is CDPQ made in Quebec?
Yes. CDPQ started in Quebec and is based in Montréal, on the island of Montreal, so it is listed in both Made in Quebec and Made in Montreal.
What does CDPQ do?
Quebec's public pension fund manager, the Caisse de dépôt, which also built the REM light rail.
When was CDPQ founded?
CDPQ was founded in 1965, about 61 years ago.
Where can I buy from CDPQ?
Start with its official website, lacaisse.com. Its website is the best place to see what it offers and how to book or sign up.
Is CDPQ a big company or a small business?
CDPQ is a well-known name across Quebec.
What are some local brands similar to CDPQ?
Other local brands in Services include Bombardier, Cogeco, Air Transat, L'Équipe Spectra.
How did CDPQ get on this list?
Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run CDPQ and want to update this page, contact us.
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