MONTREAL—The federal government is objecting to a Quebec proposal that it be allowed to determine where in the province immigrants settle as a condition of their gaining permanent residency in the country. Quebec Immigration Minister Simon Jolin-Barrette tabled Bill 9 Thursday, which lays down a legal framework that would allow the province to be more selective with immigrants. One goal is to have immigrants settle in regions experiencing labour shortages. Coalition Avenir Quebec MNA Simon Jolin-Barrette responds to reporters questions on Oct. 9, 2018 at the legislature in Quebec City. Legault said he is confident Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will come around and grant Quebec more power over immigration.

Source: thestar February 08, 2019 23:48 UTC