Short-term rental · Quebec
Quebec short-term rental regulations
In Quebec, any tourist accommodation stay under 31 consecutive nights must be registered with the CITQ (Bill 67, 2023), display its establishment number on every listing, and collect the 3.5% lodging tax. Municipalities and condo boards may impose stricter rules. Provincial fines start at $2,500 per day of violation.
This guide summarizes our operational reading of Bill 67, reviewed by our partner CPA. It is not personalized legal or tax advice.
CITQ registration (Bill 67)
Obtain a number through Tourisme Québec’s registry, display it on every listing (Airbnb, Vrbo, direct booking), and renew annually. Use our lookup tool or browse the public registry mirror.
Lodging tax (3.5%)
Quebec’s lodging tax applies to stays under 31 nights. Platforms often collect it for you; on direct bookings you remit to Revenu Québec. Above $30,000 in revenue, plan for GST/QST as well.
Revenu Québec — lodging tax · Québec.ca — tourist accommodation
Municipal rules — markets we serve
CITQ registration is necessary but not sufficient. The table summarizes how we read local bylaws in municipalities where Reserver.ca is most active — always confirm with the city before listing.
| Municipality | Region | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Mont-Tremblant | Laurentians | Short-term stays are allowed in designated zones (resort core and specific sectors); elsewhere a municipal variance is usually required.Verify with the municipality |
| Saint-Sauveur | Laurentians | Discretionary approval in several residential zones — zoning rules apply on top of provincial CITQ registration.Verify with the municipality |
| Sainte-Adèle | Laurentians | Several residential sectors require discretionary approval for short-term tourist accommodation.Verify with the municipality |
| Petite-Rivière-Saint-François | Charlevoix | Tighter rules on new authorizations since 2024 — confirm lot status before buying or listing.Verify with the municipality |
| La Malbaie | Charlevoix | Specific zoning for tourist lodging, with typical parking and noise-management obligations.Verify with the municipality |
| Baie-Saint-Paul | Charlevoix | Local zoning and operating conditions apply — CITQ registration alone does not replace a municipal permit.Verify with the municipality |
| Magog | Eastern Townships | Municipal rules vary by sector — confirm with the urban planning department before publishing a listing.Verify with the municipality |
| Sutton | Eastern Townships | Check zoning and local restrictions (residential, agricultural, resort) before any stay under 31 nights.Verify with the municipality |
Frequently asked questions
Who must register with the CITQ?
Any owner renting a chalet, condo or house for tourist stays under 31 consecutive nights in Quebec — on Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking or direct booking.
Where do I apply for registration?
Through the official Tourisme Québec portal (linked above). The number must appear on every listing and advertisement.
What is Quebec’s lodging tax?
The taxe d’hébergement is 3.5% of the nightly rate for stays under 31 nights in a registered establishment. Revenu Québec publishes collection and remittance rules.
Is a CITQ number enough to be legal?
No. You must also comply with municipal zoning, local permits and condo bylaws where applicable. Contact your municipality’s urban planning department.
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
Bill 67 provides fines from $2,500 to $25,000 per day for individuals (higher for corporations), in addition to municipal enforcement.