Quebec overhauls immigration system, sparking backlash

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Quebec eliminated its PEQ immigration program, replacing it with a more restrictive Skilled Worker Selection program, sparking widespread backlash. The new PSTQ program uses a points system to prioritize workers needed in specific sectors and regions outside Montreal, aiming to address labor shortages. Critics argue the changes create uncertainty for immigrants already in Quebec, including essential healthcare workers whose temporary permits are expiring.


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