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Canada lets some Quebec foreign workers extend employer specific work permits by up to 12 months

International
Published on 24 April 2026
Canada lets some Quebec foreign workers extend employer specific work permits by up to 12 months

A 12 month extension could bridge the path

Canada has rolled out a temporary policy for eligible foreign workers in Quebec to extend employer-specific work permits by up to 12 months. The move is designed to help workers transition toward permanent residence through Quebec’s Skilled Worker Selection Program, ensuring they can keep working while their applications are processed.

  • Quebec eligible foreign workers can extend employer-specific work permits
  • Extensions can last up to 12 months under the temporary measure
  • Policy supports applications tied to Quebec’s Skilled Worker Selection Program
  • Permits help workers keep working while permanent residence is processed
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