Closed since November 19, 2025, Quebec's Programme de l'expérience québécoise (PEQ) is expected to reopen temporarily between June and July 2026, following announcements by Premier Christine Fréchette. Approximately 50,000 people may qualify through a grandfather clause. Here's what to prepare right now.
Why Did PEQ Close?
The Programme de l'expérience québécoise was suspended on November 19, 2025, as part of a broader review of Quebec's immigration system. The previous government sought to reduce application volumes and better align PEQ with Quebec's labour market needs.
What Premier Fréchette Announced
- Targeted reopening: priority for those who were eligible before November 2025
- Grandfather clause: approximately 50,000 people affected
- Limited duration: maximum 2-year application window planned
- Preserved criteria: Quebec diploma + Quebec work experience + French CLB 7+
💡 The exact reopening date has not been officially confirmed. Current estimate: June–July 2026. Monitor MIFI Quebec announcements and prepare your file now.
Expected Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Required |
|---|---|
| Diploma | From an accredited Quebec institution |
| Work experience | 12 months in Quebec in the last 24 months |
| French language | CLB/NCLC 7 (spoken) — TEF or TEFAQ |
| Legal status | Valid work or study permit in Quebec |
| Grandfather clause | Eligible before November 19, 2025 |
Documents to Prepare Now
- Diploma and transcripts from your Quebec institution
- Employment letters and pay stubs (last 12 months)
- French test results TEF/TEFAQ (CLB 7+ spoken)
- Proof of Quebec residence (lease, utility bills)
- Valid passport (minimum 2 years)
🎯 Your Strategy
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