Cities → Montreal
AMontreal
Quebec
Most approved positions in Canada — IT & gaming hub (French required)
Monthly rent
CAD $1,500–2,200/mo
Provincial tax
25.75%
Annual savings*
CAD $30k
Employers on record
1,788
Positions approved
6,922 ⭐
Winter temp
-14°C
Korean community
~7,000
* Annual savings estimate for IT developer (CAD $110k base). Federal tax not included. Source: ESDC TFWP open data (2021–2025 Q3), Statistics Canada Census 2021.
PR Pathway
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PEQ (Programme de l'expérience québécoise) · 1.5–2 years
PEQ requires French B2. Quebec immigration is separate from federal Express Entry — plan accordingly.
Top employers with hiring history
CGI
IT Consulting
Positions
295
Ubisoft
Game Development
Positions
85
Alithya
IT Consulting
Positions
53
CISSS / CIUSSS
Nursing / Healthcare
Positions
269–121
BNP Paribas
Accounting / Finance
Positions
9
Pros & Cons
Strengths
- ✓Most approved LMIA positions in Canada (6,922)
- ✓CGI — 295 positions, Canada's IT leader
- ✓Ubisoft — 85 positions, global gaming hub
- ✓Among Canada's most affordable major cities for rent
- ✓Vibrant arts, food, and nightlife scene
Watch out
- !French B2 required for PEQ and most roles
- !Highest provincial tax in Canada (25.75%)
- !Harsh winters (-14°C)
- !Quebec immigration is separate from federal system