Quebec has recently revised the list of occupations that qualify for expedited processing under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). This update, effective February 24, 2026, has streamlined the process, reducing the number of eligible occupations to 60 across all regions of Quebec. Previously eligible professions that are no longer included in the list will benefit from a 30-day grace period from February 24 to March 26, 2026. The list is subject to annual updates by Quebec and will remain in effect until February 23, 2027.

Eligible Occupations for Expedited Processing:

• Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors – NOC code: 72404
• Auto body collision, refinishing and glass technicians and damage repair estimators – NOC code: 72411*
• Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers – NOC code: 72410*
• Bricklayers – NOC code: 72320
• Cardiology technologists and electrophysiological diagnostic technologists – NOC code: 32123
• Carpenters – NOC code: 72310
• Food service supervisors – NOC code: 62020*
• Nurse aides, orderlies and patient service associates – NOC code: 33102*
• Bakers – NOC code: 63202*
• Civil engineering technologists and technicians – NOC code: 22300
• Civil engineers – NOC code: 21300
• Concrete finishers – NOC code: 73100
• Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics – NOC code: 72400
• Therapists in counselling and related specialized therapies – NOC code: 41301
• Crane operators – NOC code: 72500
• Dental hygienists and dental therapists – NOC code: 32111
• Electricians (exce