About Quebec
Quebec operates its own unique immigration system separate from the federal PNP, focusing on French-language integration and specific economic streams.
Visas linked to Quebec
All country visasQuebec Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ)
The primary program for skilled workers intending to settle and work in Quebec, requiring a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ). It uses a points-based system to select candidates who meet the province's specific economic and labor market needs.
Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)
A community-driven permanent residence pilot that connects skilled workers with designated employers in 14 participating rural and remote communities. It is designed to address local labour shortages by offering a direct path to permanent status for those who intend to settle in these specific regions.
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
An employer-driven permanent residence program for skilled workers and international graduates to settle in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI, or Newfoundland and Labrador. It connects qualified candidates with designated local employers to fill labour shortages.
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
The Canadian Experience Class (CEC) is a federal permanent residence pathway for skilled workers who have gained at least one year of full-time, authorized work experience in Canada. It is managed through the Express Entry system, offering a streamlined route for temporary residents to transition to permanent status.
Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP)
A federal permanent residence pilot for French-speaking skilled workers who secure a job offer in a designated Francophone-minority community outside Quebec. This employer-driven program bypasses traditional points-based systems to address regional labour shortages.
Study Permit
The primary authorization for international students to enroll in designated learning institutions (DLIs) for programs lasting longer than six months. This permit is a foundational step for many seeking to gain Canadian work experience and eventually transition to permanent residency.
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
An open work permit that allows international graduates from eligible Canadian post-secondary institutions to gain essential Canadian work experience. This permit is a primary bridge for transitioning from temporary student status to permanent residency.
Business Visitor
A category for individuals entering Canada to engage in international business activities without entering the Canadian labour market. This route allows for short-term stays to attend meetings, conferences, or trade fairs without a work permit.
Cities in Quebec
Universities near Quebec
HEC Montréal
Montreal, Quebec
Polytechnique Montréal
Montreal, Quebec
Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
Montreal, Quebec
Université de Montréal (UdeM)
Montreal, Quebec
Bishop's University
Sherbrooke, Quebec
Université Laval
Quebec City, Quebec
Cégep de Sainte-Foy
Quebec City, Quebec
Université de Sherbrooke
Sherbrooke, Quebec
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