1988 Saguenay earthquake
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| Date | November 25, 1988 |
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| Magnitude | 5.9 Mw |
| Depth | 29 km (18 mi) |
| Epicenter | 48°07′N 71°11′W / 48.12°N 71.18°W |
| Areas affected | Canada |
| Max. intensity | VII (Very strong) |
The 1988 Saguenay earthquake struck Quebec, Canada with a moment magnitude of 5.9 on November 25. It is one of the largest recorded earthquakes in eastern Canada and eastern North America during the 20th century.
The earthquake was triggered by faults associated with the Saguenay Graben.
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