If you’ve been looking forward to working or living in Quebec, this article is for you. 28th October 2021 saw the release of the Quebec Immigration Department’s 2022 immigration plan, which projected the acceptance of immigrants as permanent residents. The Quebec government involved its residents in its plan by holding a public consultation back during the summer of 2019, and the immigration plan for 2020-2022 was born.
Quebec’s new immigration plan looks to embrace between 49,500-52,500 immigrants as permanent residents in 2022. The province expects to add another 18,000 admissions to its initial numbers to compensate for the lack of admissions during 2019-2020 due to COVID- 19. That means Quebec might be receiving about 70,000 new residents in 2022. Are you wondering whether you qualify for Quebec’s immigration residency requirements? Well, eligibility generally depends on the applicant’s language skills, age, work experience, and connections in the province. It is vital to check your eligibility before starting the application process.
Passing the eligibility test is one thing, and knowing which category to apply under is an entirely different thing. Like any other province in Canada, Quebec has to protect its economic interests. That’s why the economy is one of the main immigration categories, essentially showing what you’re bringing to the table. For instance, experienced professionals may qualify for the Québec Experience Program (PEQ), while those looking for employment could be eligible for the Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP.)
