Canada is committed to increasing the number of French-speaking permanent residents outside Quebec over the next three years. Here’s what the latest Immigration Levels Plan shows:

• 2026: Target is 9% of overall admissions outside Quebec → 30,267 French-speaking permanent residents
• 2027: Target rises to 9.5% → 31,825 French-speaking permanent residents
• 2028: Target reaches 10.5% → 35,175 French-speaking permanent residents

These percentages are based on the planned overall permanent resident admissions of 380,000 per year (with a range of 350,000–420,000). Once Quebec releases its own 2026 immigration levels plan, these numbers may be adjusted.

Why does this matter?
If you’re a French-speaking candidate looking to immigrate to Canada, this is great news! The federal government is prioritizing Francophone immigration outside Quebec, creating more opportunities for skilled workers, families, and entrepreneurs.

✅ Tip: Programs like Express Entry (Francophone category) and Provincial Nominee Programs are key pathways for French speakers.

Source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/mandate/corporate-initiatives/levels/supplementary-immigration-levels-2026-2028.html