Quebec immigration shift: Skilled worker program revamp, family sponsorship freeze

By Colin R. Singer ( July 11, 2025, 12:00 PM EDT) -- Quebec’s immigration landscape is undergoing a profound transformation with the long-anticipated launch of the new Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) and a contentious suspension of family reunification sponsorships for certain categories. These changes collectively mark a strategic recalibration of the province’s immigration priorities — one that strongly emphasizes economic integration while drawing criticism for restricting family unity pathways....