LMIA Jobs in Quebec — 475 Active Positions
Find LMIA-approved jobs in Quebec. Updated daily from Job Bank Canada.
Bilingual province with strong demand in Montreal, Quebec City, and Gatineau. French proficiency is often required. Quebec has unique immigration pathways including the CAQ and CSQ.
Live province LMIA snapshot
Where to focus in Quebec right now
These signals use every active LMIA-tagged role in Quebec, not only the listings shown on this page.
Cities to test first
Categories with sponsor signal
cook
farm worker, general
carpenter-joiner
child care live-in caregiver
dairy farm labourer
carpenter-joiner
welder
fit-up welder
welder
welder
carpenter-joiner
carpenter-joiner
driver, truck
welder-assembler
assistant cook
power system electricians supervisor
cook
pantry cook
farm worker, hogs
welder-assembler
apprentice plumber
welder-assembler
carpenter-joiner
welder
carpenter-joiner
live-in caregiver
apprentice plumber
industrial mechanic
licensed cook
welder-assembler
cook
electrical mechanic
cook
bus mechanic
assistant cook
welder-assembler
electrician, industrial
electrician
welder-assembler
welder-assembler
general welder
welder-assembler
automotive vehicle testing mechanic
welder-assembler
electrician, industrial
welder
welder-assembler
child care live-in caregiver
cook
welder
cook
cook's helper
cook
electrician
bus mechanic
driver, truck
welder-assembler
winder-electrician
tractor-trailer truck driver
child care live-in caregiver
LMIA Job Market in Quebec
Bilingual province with strong demand in Montreal, Quebec City, and Gatineau. French proficiency is often required. Quebec has unique immigration pathways including the CAQ and CSQ.
Pay, cost, and readiness
Quebec generally trades slightly lower nominal salaries for much lower housing costs than Toronto or Vancouver. For many candidates, Montreal and Quebec City produce a stronger quality-of-life outcome once rent, childcare, and transport are factored in.
French is not just a nice-to-have in Quebec. It is often a screening requirement. Regulated professions should also verify Quebec-specific licensing bodies early, because provincial rules and documentation requirements are different from the rest of Canada.
Best LMIA search pattern
Quebec is strongest for francophone or bilingual newcomers targeting AI, gaming, aerospace, manufacturing, and public-sector-adjacent work. If you can work comfortably in French, your candidate pool becomes smaller and your route to stable employment gets easier.
Top Industries Hiring
- AI & Aerospace
- Gaming
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- Education
Key Information
Cities where LMIA demand is moving
Categories with the strongest LMIA signal
Frequently Asked Questions — LMIA Jobs in Quebec
How many LMIA jobs are available in Quebec in 2026?
There are currently 475 LMIA-approved positions in Quebec, including 103 added this week. The strongest active city signals are Québec, Montreal, Trois-Rivières.
What is the LMIA processing time in Quebec?
LMIA processing in Quebec typically takes 10-14 weeks. Times vary by stream (high-wage vs low-wage) and seasonal demand. The Global Talent Stream can be processed in as little as 2 weeks.
What is the average salary for LMIA jobs in Quebec?
The average salary range for LMIA positions in Quebec is $50,000 – $80,000 per year. The categories with the strongest current signal are Skilled Trades, Sales & Service, Natural Resources. Employers must offer at least the provincial median wage for the position.
Official sources & review
This page combines live LMIA listings in Quebec with official Canadian sources on work permits, wages, and employer LMIA rules.
Official sources used
Methodology
Employer snapshots and hiring signals on this page are calculated from active JobFit LMIA listings in Quebec. Processing, wage, and compliance context is reviewed against official federal guidance.