Quebec immigration

Quebec proposes making French mandatory for all economic immigration programs

Quebec Premier Francois Legault has proposed major changes to Quebec’s economic immigration criteria.

By Edana Robitaille

Quebec releases 2023 list of jobs eligible for simplified LMIAs

The Quebec Ministry of Immigration recently released its latest list of occupations eligible for simplified Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing.

By Vimal Sivakumar

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

What is Quebec’s immigration strategy?

Quebec has more immigration authority than any other province and territory in Canada due to its unique francophone status. The Canadian Constitution states that immigration falls under both federal and provincial jurisdiction, but the federal government plays a leading role in immigration. In 1968, Quebec launched its own immigration ministry.

By Julia Hornstein

Why does Quebec have its own immigration policy?

With its own set of selection criteria, distinct programs, and the ability to select its skilled workers from abroad— Quebec today holds more power than any other province in terms of its ability to influence its immigration. In 1995 the Francophone province almost voted to become an independent state within Canada; with a modest 0.58% […]

By Asheesh Moosapeta

Quebec releases its immigration plan for 2023

The Quebec Immigration Plan for 2023, released on December 8, shows that the province could admit up to 52,500 new permanent residents in 2023. This target is precisely the same as the immigration plan for 2022.

By Edana Robitaille

Canadian immigration options for U.S. visa holders

An H-1B visa is a United States work permit that allows foreign born nationals who have specialized knowledge, or fashion models ‘of merit”, to work in the United States.

By Edana Robitaille

Canada to welcome 500,000 new immigrants in 2025

Canada has just released its Immigration Levels Plan 2023-2025.

By Edana Robitaille

CAQ wins second term in Quebec with a strong majority

The Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) has secured its second consecutive win under the leadership of Francois Legault.

By Edana Robitaille