Federal Government Extends Work Permits for Skilled Workers in Quebec

Federal Government Extends Work Permits for Skilled Workers in Quebec

The federal government has agreed to extend temporary work permits for skilled workers in Quebec by up to twelve months, allowing them time while the province processes their permanent residency applications. This move comes after Quebec pushed for help with labor shortages. The extensions apply only to workers who have already applied for permanent residency through Quebec. While welcomed by business groups, the move is considered partial as it does not cover all foreign workers outside Montreal and its northern suburb of Laval. The agreement aims to keep skilled talent in Quebec during processing delays and stabilize the workforce without overhauling immigration rules. Talks between Ottawa and Quebec on broader labor solutions continue as shortages persist across key sectors.

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