Quebec immigration news

Here are some recent news articles and updates on Quebec immigration:

Recent Immigration News

  1. Quebec Immigration Targets: The Quebec government has announced its immigration targets for 2023, aiming to welcome 43,150 new permanent residents, including 24,500 economic immigrants, 10,500 family sponsorship immigrants, and 8,150 refugees and protected persons. (Source: CBC News)
  2. New Immigration Stream: Quebec has launched a new immigration stream for international students who have graduated from a Quebec university and have a job offer in the province. The stream aims to attract highly skilled workers and retain international talent. (Source: Montreal Gazette)
  3. Express Entry Draw: Quebec has held its first Express Entry draw of 2023, inviting 1,389 candidates to apply for permanent residence. The draw targeted candidates with a minimum language proficiency of CLB 7 in French and CLB 6 in English. (Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)
  4. Quebec Skilled Worker Program: The Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP) has reopened for new applications. The program allows skilled workers to apply for permanent residence in Quebec if they have a job offer or are self-employed. (Source: Quebec Immigration)
  5. Refugee Resettlement: Quebec has welcomed its 10,000th refugee since 2015, as part of the province's refugee resettlement program. The program aims to provide a safe haven for refugees fleeing war, persecution, and conflict. (Source: CBC News)

Upcoming Immigration Changes

  1. New Language Requirements: Quebec is introducing new language requirements for immigration applicants, which will take effect in 2023. The new requirements will include a minimum language proficiency of CLB 7 in French and CLB 6 in English. (Source: Quebec Immigration)
  2. Changes to the Quebec Experience Program: The Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) is undergoing changes, including a new points system and a revised eligibility criteria. The changes aim to attract more skilled workers and entrepreneurs to the province. (Source: Quebec Immigration)
  3. New Immigration Office: Quebec is opening a new immigration office in Montreal, which will provide services to immigration applicants and help streamline the application process. (Source: Montreal Gazette)

Recent Immigration Statistics

  1. Immigration to Quebec: In 2022, Quebec welcomed 41,355 new permanent residents, a 10% increase from the previous year. (Source: Quebec Immigration)
  2. Top Countries of Origin: The top countries of origin for immigrants to Quebec in 2022 were China, Haiti, India, France, and the United States. (Source: Quebec Immigration)
  3. Occupations in Demand: The top occupations in demand in Quebec include software developers, nurses, engineers, and IT professionals. (Source: Quebec Immigration)

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