On April 9, 2024, Quebec’s provincial government announced the commencement of the Program for Refugees Abroad (Collective Sponsorship) application period, extending from May 7 to June 4, 2024. This initiative aims to facilitate collective sponsorship for refugees residing outside Canada, along with their immediate family members. Let’s delve into the details of this program, its...
Ukrainians seeking refuge in Quebec encounter a significant obstacle on their path to permanent residency: the province’s stringent language requirements. Amidst the turmoil of fleeing their homeland due to the Russian invasion, many find themselves grappling with the necessity to become proficient in French within the limited timeframe of their work permits. Struggles with French...
In a bid to safeguard its cultural identity, Quebec’s French language commissioner, Benoît Dubreuil, has proposed a unique strategy to Canada’s federal government. The proposition suggests directing French-speaking asylum claimants to settle in Quebec while redirecting English-speaking claimants to one of the eight anglophone provinces, aiming to reduce the impact on the francophone province. Dubreuil...
The federal government of Canada has exclusively allocated $775.1 million, along with $48.3 million for 2023-2024. This allocated funding was a part of the initiative by the government of Quebec under the Canada-Quebec Accord to support French speakers. Overview of the Funding for Quebec The funding of $775.1 million will be allocated by the Canadian...
Quebec, Canada’s second most populous province, beckons with a distinct allure that sets it apart from other regions. Boasting a population of over 8.7 million, the province encompasses major metropolitan areas like Montreal, Quebec, and Sherbrooke. Housing in Quebec: A Diverse Landscape Quebec’s diverse housing market caters to various preferences and needs. Factors such as...
Quebec, a province renowned for its unique immigration policies, has recently introduced significant amendments to its immigration regulations, ushering in new policies and pilot programs that will shape the immigration landscape. These changes, effective from November 23, 2023, bear implications for various immigration streams, necessitating a closer look to understand their impact. New Economic Pilot...
Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation, and Integration (MIFI) marked a significant milestone on November 16, 2023, with the commencement of the 16th draw under the Quebec RSWP (Regular Skilled Worker Program). This draw, a beacon of hope for 1,210 candidates, represents a crucial step towards their dream of obtaining permanent residency in Quebec. The Invitations...
In Quebec, the Ministry of Immigration annually releases an updated list of occupations eligible for simplified processing through the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) system. This process is unique to Quebec, which operates independently from the rest of Canada in terms of its immigration policies, regulations, and programs for foreign nationals seeking residency in the...
On June 22, 2023, The Minister of Immigration, Francization, and Integration (MIFI) recently conducted a new draw for the Quebec Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP). This draw invited 1,006 potential candidates with academic and employment experience in specific in-demand occupations within Quebec. The qualifying candidate is required to have a minimum score of 626 points....
