Saint Pierre

Saint Pierre is the main town and capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon, a self-governing French overseas collectivity located off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

Saint Pierre is the capital and main town of Saint Pierre and Miquelon, a French overseas collectivity located off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It is the largest population centre in the archipelago and serves as its administrative and economic hub. The town is situated on Saint Pierre Island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Geography

Saint Pierre is located on the east coast of Saint Pierre Island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The town lies just off the coast of Newfoundland and is the main settlement in the archipelago.

Administration

Saint Pierre is the capital and administrative centre of Saint Pierre and Miquelon, which is a territorial collectivity of France. It functions as the local seat of government for the territory.

Population and economy

The town contains most of the archipelago’s residents, with population estimates generally around 5,000 to 6,000. The local economy has long been associated with fishing and, more recently, tourism and public-sector employment.

Relationship with Canada

Saint Pierre is geographically close to Canada, especially Newfoundland and Labrador, and has long-standing cross-border links. Despite its location, it remains French territory.