Quebec

IRCC has approved new language test for Canadian immigration The new language test is anticipated for early to mid-2023.

IRCC has recently approved the designation-in-principle of a new language test for economic class immigration applicants.

By Shelby Thevenot

A look at international tuition fee exemptions in Quebec Through various inter-governmental agreements and initiatives, the province of Quebec allows several groups of international students to benefit from an exemption from international tuition fees.

To encourage international students to undertake post-secondary studies in the province, Quebec offers special international tuition exemptions for students coming from abroad.

By Alexandra Miekus

Canada’s immigration pathways for tech talent Canada offers many temporary and permanent options to attract global tech talent.

Canada’s tech sector is booming, and industry growth is expected to continue outpacing the number of skilled tech workers in the Canadian labour force. This growth comes from a mix of startups and large companies, such as Google and Amazon, investing more money and growing their businesses in Canada. This investment is a core piece […]

By Edana Robitaille

How to move to Canada from the U.S. in 2022 Some of the popular Canadian immigration pathways for American residents.

American residents looking to move to Canada have more than 100 immigration pathways to choose from.

By Shelby Thevenot

Will Canada welcome over 500,000 new immigrants per year? In Part 5 of CIC News' special interview series, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser shares his thoughts on Canada's future permanent residence levels. "It's not a point of pride that I have to be the minister that gets to 500,000...what's important to me is that I'm meeting the needs of communities."

Minister Sean Fraser believes Canada’s immigration levels will surpass 500,000 per year “sooner rather than later”, but the minister cautioned that future increases must be done in a careful manner that supports the needs of communities across the country.

By Kareem El-Assal

Immigration Minister: Applicants can soon expect normal service standards "We’re on track right now to restore our pre-pandemic service standard by the end of this calendar year for virtually every line of business,” said Minister Sean Fraser in a recent interview with CIC News. This article is Part 3 of a special CIC News series summarizing the interview with the minister.

Canada’s Immigration Minister Sean Fraser believes meaningful steps are being taken to get the immigration system back on track.

By Kareem El-Assal

How CSQ holders can extend their stay in Canada Steps Quebec newcomers can take to extend their work permits while waiting on a decision from Immigration Canada.

Foreign nationals selected by Quebec under its Regular Skilled Worker Program and its Quebec Experience Program who currently reside in the province may be able to have their work permits extended without needing a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).

By Daniel Levy

Quebec adds dozens of jobs to 2022 facilitated LMIA process list The Quebec government has expanded the list of occupations eligible under the Facilitated Labour Market Impact Assessment process to include entry-level jobs.

Quebec has published an updated version of the list of high-demand jobs for which the process of hiring temporary foreign workers is made easier.

By Alexandra Miekus

Nouvelle voie de permis de travail pour travailleurs qualifiés du Québec maintenant ouverte aux demandes Les travailleurs qualifiés titulaires d'un Certificat de sélection du Québec peuvent désormais demander un permis de travail ouvert en attendant d'obtenir leur résidence permanente.

Une nouvelle voie pour faire venir plus rapidement les travailleurs qualifiés qui ont été sélectionnés par Québec et qui attendent la résidence permanente est désormais ouverte aux demandes.

By Alexandra Miekus