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ITHQ

Quebec's public tourism and hotel institute on Square Saint-Louis, with a teaching restaurant and hotel.

  • Montréal
  • since 1968
  • Services

About ITHQ

ITHQ, the Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec, is Quebec's public school for tourism, hospitality and cooking, founded in 1968. It sits on Square Saint-Louis in Montreal and runs a teaching restaurant and a hotel, where students train with real guests. Many people working in Quebec kitchens and hotels learned their trade here.

It suits food lovers who enjoy supporting the next generation of chefs and servers, and travellers who want a central Montreal stay. A meal at the teaching restaurant is a nice idea for a birthday or a date. Afterward, walk around Square Saint-Louis and up Saint-Denis Street.

At a glance

Based in
Montréal
Founded
1968
Size
A well-known name across Quebec
Listed in
Made in QuebecMade in QuebecMade in MontrealMade in Montreal
Website
ithq.qc.ca

Questions people ask

Is ITHQ made in Quebec?

Yes. ITHQ 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 ITHQ do?

Quebec's public tourism and hotel institute on Square Saint-Louis, with a teaching restaurant and hotel.

When was ITHQ founded?

ITHQ was founded in 1968, about 58 years ago.

Where can I buy from ITHQ?

Start with its official website, ithq.qc.ca. Its website is the best place to see what it offers and how to book or sign up.

Is ITHQ a big company or a small business?

ITHQ is a well-known name across Quebec.

What are some local brands similar to ITHQ?

Other local brands in Services include Air Transat, AtkinsRéalis, Les 7 doigts, Télé-Québec.

How did ITHQ 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 ITHQ and want to update this page, contact us.

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