Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard says the province will spend $1.5 billion over five years to boost the level of digital services throughout the province.
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Couillard says he wants every Quebecer to have access to high-speed internet, regardless of where they live.
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The premier is also playing down suggestions the focus on the digital world is a security risk to patient confidentiality, saying having the proper technology is more secure than a paper-driven health system.
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Part of the strategy he released in Quebec City Wednesday also calls for schools and municipalities to increase their digital presence.
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The strategy follows widespread public consultation and its implementation will be overseen by a new digital council.
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One-third of the $1.5 billion outlined today had already been announced.