Watered-down reforms to the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) have drawn more criticism from stakeholders, including student and business groups.
The governing Coalition Avenir Quebec is being accused of not listening to concerns, while student groups labelled the easing of the reforms 'insufficient'.
Business groups meanwhile, said the reforms would limit immigration to Quebec for low-skilled workers, who are in-demand in the province.
New Quebec Immigration Minister Nadine Girault announced the softening of previous minister Simon Jolin-Barrette's reforms on July 9.
Measures announced include:
- The introduction of a transitional clause for international students already in Quebec.
- A softening of new work experience requirements for certain international students.
- A reduction in the proposed experience requirement for temporary workers from three years to two years.
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