Quebec Experience Program

Report: Immigrants who studied in Canada earned more

Statistics Canada released a study in 2022 which examined the relationship between pre-immigration study in Canada and post immigration earnings.

By Julia Hornstein

How to come to Quebec as a skilled worker

Quebec has a unique status in Canada, with specific provisions and powers in place to protect its distinct culture and language. Although the Canadian Constitution states that immigration falls under both federal and provincial power, Quebec has more immigration authority than any other province. In 1968, Quebec launched its own immigration ministry.

By Julia Hornstein

Understanding and applying through specialized LMIA applications

As part of hiring a temporary foreign worker (TFW) in Canada—under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)—companies must submit a request for a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). This document is needed to hire a foreign worker and determine the impact of their hiring on the Canadian labour […]

By Asheesh Moosapeta

What is a Post-Graduation Work Permit?

The Post Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is an open work permit, meaning it allows the student to work for any employer of their choice in Canada and to work for any Canadian employer without needing a job offer. It allows international student graduates to work anywhere in Canada for up to three years.

By Julia Hornstein

What immigration authority does Quebec have?

The federal government of Canada has a leading role in welcoming and settling immigrants throughout Canada. However, Quebec has more immigration authority than any other province.

By Julia Hornstein

How to immigrate to Canada as a nurse in 2022

The pandemic has exacerbated the need for nurses in Canada. One of the ways to fill job vacancies in the industry is to offer pathways to permanent residency for foreign nurses.

By Shelby Thevenot

15 jobs in Quebec in high demand due to COVID-19

Canada released a government study that highlights the jobs that were affected by the pandemic in Quebec.

By Mohanad Moetaz

Quebec Experience Program: Knowledge of French for spouses now required

Pour lire cet article en français, cliquez ici. Starting July 22, 2021, spouses included in applications submitted under the Quebec Experience Program will have to show knowledge of spoken French.

By Alexandra Miekus

You can come to work in Canada during the pandemic

People looking to work in Canada temporarily may still be able to do so despite COVID-19-related travel restriction. This applies to all types of work and is not exclusive to health care or other essential work.

By Mohanad Moetaz