Quebec Announces New Measures for International Students & Temporary Foreign Workers

The Quebec government has unveiled new regulations affecting international students and temporary foreign workers, effective February 26, 2025, to February 26, 2026. These measures aim to regulate the influx of non-permanent residents (NPRs) and ensure better oversight of international students. 

Key Highlights:

• A cap on international student applications for professional and college-level programs, while maintaining current numbers for universities.
• Exceptions apply to dependents of foreign workers/students and those in critical healthcare training programs.
• The measures align with Law 74, reinforcing control over NPR admissions.
• As of October 2024, Quebec had 615,000 NPRs, including 129,000 international students—a 68% increase since 2018.

Temporary Foreign Worker Program (PTET) Update:

• The suspension of low-wage LMIA applications (March 3 - November 30, 2025) now extends to Laval & Montreal.
• A revised wage threshold of $32.96/hr to distinguish low/high-wage positions.
• Key sectors (agriculture, healthcare, education, etc.) remain exempt.
• Regulatory amendments take effect on February 26, 2025.

For expert guidance on how these changes impact you, book a consultation today  https://alimigration.ca/en/book-consultation

#QuebecImmigration #InternationalStudents #TemporaryWorkers #StudyInQuebec #QuebecNews