Effective July 31, 2025, foreign physicians seeking to practice in Quebec’s underserved regions will benefit from a simplified work permit process. The Canadian government has eliminated the previous requirement for two separate work permits, replacing it with a single employer-tied C10 permit valid for up to five years. This comprehensive permit covers both the mandatory 13-week assessment period and subsequent practice period, streamlining the transition for qualified international medical professionals. Applications submitted from July 31 onward will follow these new guidelines, while earlier applications will be processed under previous regulations.
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