Quebec has expanded a temporary immigration measure to allow spouses and common-law partners of certain permanent residence applicants to obtain open work permits, providing relief to families waiting for permanent selection under the province’s skilled worker system.
The new temporary public policy, which took effect on June 5, 2026, allows eligible spouses and common-law partners of applicants under Quebec’s Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) to receive open work permits without meeting several requirements that would normally apply. The policy will remain in effect until December 31, 2026, unless it is revoked earlier.
