Quebec Immigration
Quebec selects its own economic immigrants under the Canada–Quebec Accord. Programs include the Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés (PSTQ), the legacy Quebec Skilled Worker Program, the Programme de l'expérience québécoise (PEQ), business immigration streams, and student/worker pathways through the Quebec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) and Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ).
What this section covers
- PSTQ — Quebec's main economic stream (post-2024 reform)
- Arrima Expression of Interest portal
- Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ)
- Certificat d'acceptation du Québec (CAQ) for students and workers
- Programme de l'expérience québécoise (PEQ) — current rules
- French-language requirements (Level 4 oral spoken)
- Francisation Québec
- Quebec investor and entrepreneur programs
- Quebec immigration target levels
Latest in Quebec Immigration
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Quebec PEQ Program Reopens on July 2 with New Intake Opportunities for…
The Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) will reopen for new applications on July 2, 2026, as announced by the provincial government. This program is designed to facilitate the immigration process for foreign workers and international students who have gained experience in Quebec.
Read article →Lewiston, Maine was built by French Canadians—many of their descendants…
Bill C-3 allows many Lewiston residents of French-Canadian descent to claim Canadian citizenship.
Read article →Quebec Arrima Draw #84 Opens Doors for Over 2500 Skilled Workers -…
The Quebec government announced the latest Arrima draw, number 84, which took effect immediately. The draw was announced on June 11, 2026. It is set to benefit a significant number of skilled workers.
Read article →Quebec revives fast-track immigration program, with 8,000-12,000 eligible…
The Quebec government announced the revival of its fast-track immigration program. The program is set to take effect immediately. The revival of the program is expected to benefit a significant number of candidates.
Read article →Quebec to reopen permanent residence pathway from July 2. How will it…
Quebec announced it will reopen the PEQ permanent residence pathway. The reopening is set to take effect on July 2. The announcement was made on June 11.
Read article →Quebec Announces Reopening Date For Popular Experience Immigration Program…
The Quebec government announced the reopening date for the popular Experience Immigration Program. The program is set to reopen on a date that has not been specified in the provided source. The announcement was made by the Quebec government, which oversees the program.
Read article →Quebec to reinstate popular PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years - Yahoo…
The Quebec government announced the reinstatement of the popular PEQ immigration pathway. The reinstatement is set to take effect for a period of 2 years. The announcement was made on June 11, 2026.
Read article →Quebec to reinstate popular PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years - CBC
The Quebec government announced the reinstatement of the popular PEQ immigration pathway. The reinstatement is set to take effect immediately. The program will be reinstated for a period of 2 years.
Read article →Quebec to reinstate popular PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years - MSN
Quebec to reinstate popular PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years MSN
Read article →Quebec unveils details of PEQ immigration pathway reinstatement - CBC
The Quebec government announced the reinstatement of the PEQ immigration pathway. The announcement was made on June 11, 2026. The reinstatement is set to take effect immediately.
Read article →Quebec reinstating PEQ immigration pathway for 2 years, beginning July 2 -…
The Quebec government announced the reopening of the PEQ immigration pathway. The reopening is set to take effect on July 2. This announcement was made on June 11, 2026.
Read article →Quebec will reopen shuttered PEQ immigration program - Montreal Gazette
Quebec announced it will reopen the shuttered PEQ immigration program. The minister made this announcement on June 11, 2026. The program is expected to take effect soon, although the exact date has not been specified.
Read article →Quebec temporarily revives PEQ immigration pathway, but advocates call it…
The Quebec government announced the temporary revival of the PEQ immigration pathway on June 11, 2026. The decision takes effect immediately, allowing certain international students and workers to submit applications.
Read article →Quebec Announces Reopening of PEQ Immigration Program - cic times
The Quebec government announced the reopening of the PEQ immigration program. The announcement was made on June 11, 2026. The program will take effect immediately, allowing international students and temporary foreign workers to submit applications.
Read article →BREAKING: Quebec announces July launch for re-opening of flagship…
The Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) will re-open on July 2, 2026, according to an announcement by Quebec’s immigration ministry. The permanent residence pathway is set to remain open for a two-year period, running through to July 2, 2028. Learn more about your options for immigra
Read article →Quebec invites over 2,500 candidates across all PSTQ streams to apply for…
Quebec issued 2,549 invitations to apply for permanent selection on June 4, drawing from all four streams of its Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés (PSTQ).
Read article →Comprehensive Guide For New Immigrants to Quebec City in 2026 -…
The Government of Quebec has released a comprehensive guide aimed at new immigrants to Quebec City, effective immediately. This guide, published on May 22, 2026, provides essential information to help newcomers navigate their settlement and integration into the province.
Read article →Quebec immigration changes 2026: PEQ, PRTQ, and what is new
Quebec immigration changes 2026: PEQ now requires French for most streams, PRTQ replaces older skilled worker pathways, and Arrima scoring shifted. What applicants need to know.
Read article →Canada-Quebec Accord 2024 Funding Announcement: Federal Support for Quebec Settlement
On February 16, 2024, the federal government announced funding to Quebec under the Canada-Quebec Accord on Immigration. The funding supports Quebec's settlement and integration services for newcomers and reflects the province's autonomy under the 1991 Accord.
Read article →Quebec Immigration: How the Quebec Selection Process Works
Quebec runs its own immigration program under the Canada-Quebec Accord. Applicants must first obtain a Quebec Selection Certificate (Certificat de selection du Quebec, CSQ) from the Ministere de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Integration (MIFI) before applying to IRCC
Read article →Frequently asked questions
Do I need French to immigrate to Quebec?
Most Quebec economic streams require demonstrated French at Level 4 oral or higher (some streams accept level differences for the principal applicant vs spouse). The PEQ has stricter French requirements. Some streams require a French-language test (TEF Québec or TCF Québec) within a recent window.
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