Canada's French-Speaking Immigration Targets Outside Quebec: What You Need to Know

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 – 2028 Immigration Targets

Year	Target %	French-Speaking PRs
2026	9% of overall admissions	30,267
2027	9.5% of overall admissions	31,825
2028	10.5% of overall admissions	35,175

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 (PNP) are key pathways for French speakers.

Source

Government of Canada — Supplementary Immigration Levels Plan 2026–2028