Introduction

October 3, 2018 – Since the coming into effect of the Cullen Couture Agreement in 1978, as amended by subsequent accords between the Governments of Canada and Quebec (Canada-Quebec Accord Relating to Immigration and Temporary Admission of Aliens, 1991; An act respecting immigration to Québec, R.S.Q., c. I-0.2), the Quebec government has extensive powers in immigration, to administer the admission of foreign nationals to its province.

On April 6, 2016, Quebec government tabled new legislation "Quebec Immigration Act". On July 18, 2018, it tabled new regulations "Quebec Immigration Regulation" providing for a significant overhaul of its immigration programs, which are both now in force.

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