The CITQ number is a (usually 6-digit) identifier that uniquely identifies each establishment registered with the Quebec Ministry of Tourism. The number must appear visibly on every platform (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking, direct site) before the first booking.
Registration is renewed annually and depends on a classification certificate (tourist residence, B&B, youth hostel, etc.) and a municipal zoning check. An expired number makes the listing illegal even if the property is otherwise compliant.
Reserver.ca verifies the CITQ number of every cottage in its catalog and publishes a public verification page per number — see the lookup tool to confirm any CITQ before booking.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does CITQ registration cost?
- Classification fees (CITQ) and registration fees (Ministry) vary by accommodation category and number of units. Budget CA$250–CA$500 for the first year for a typical residential cottage.
- What happens if I rent without a CITQ number?
- Fines range from CA$2,500 to CA$25,000 per infraction (per day, per listing). Revenu Québec and municipalities can issue tickets. Airbnb and Vrbo are required to remove non-compliant listings when reported.