Good news! Residents of Quebec, Canada may soon enjoy a new benefit: parental leave for newborns is expected to be extended to 2 years.
Currently, Quebec's parental leave benefits are among the best in the world, with new parents able to take a combined total of 55 weeks of paid leave! Under current regulations, new parents can allocate these 55 weeks of leave over an 18-month period.
Recently, the Premier of Quebec has planned to propose a new benefit for citizens. He indicated that a bill will be submitted this winter to extend the usage period for parental leave to 2 years. This would allow both parents more time to stay at home and care for their newborn, as ensuring a high quality of life with family is the current government's top priority.
So, what exactly are Quebec's parental leave benefits? New immigrants living in Quebec who are not yet familiar with these exceptional benefits are truly missing out. Let the experts at Worldway follow along and help you understand them.
Parental leave in Quebec, Canada consists of three parts: maternity leave, paternity leave, and parental leave for both parents. Yes, you read that correctly—if you immigrate to Quebec, Canada, fathers can also take parental leave!
Under the Basic Plan, there are 18 weeks of maternity leave at 70% of the original salary, and 5 weeks of paternity leave at 70% of the original salary. The parental leave for both parents consists of a total of 7+25 weeks, with 70% of salary for the first 7 weeks and 55% for the following 25 weeks; this leave can be shared between the mother and father. Of course, parents can also choose a "Special Plan" with a shorter duration but a higher payment amount. Calculated this way, parents can take a combined total of up to 55 weeks of leave!
So, what conditions must be met to enjoy these benefits?
Since these funds are paid by the provincial employment insurance center, you must first be a resident of Quebec. In addition, you must be employed, whether as a self-employed individual or a salaried employee.
Overall, Quebec's parental leave benefits are outstanding and remain among the most generous in all of Canada. If the leave allocation period is indeed extended to 2 years, it will greatly increase flexibility for new parents! Has this generous new benefit sparked your interest in immigration?
The 2018 quota battle for the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP) has already begun. Given the current global trend of rising immigration thresholds, the policies for the 2018 Quebec Immigrant Investor Program remain unpredictable. It is recommended that those intending to apply for the program take advantage of current favorable policies, submit applications as soon as possible to secure a quota, and apply early for peace of mind.
Application Conditions for the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program
1. Possess a net worth of over 1.6 million Canadian dollars, acquired through legal means.
2. Have at least 2 years of corporate management experience within the last 5 years.
3. Choose one of two options: invest 800,000 Canadian dollars (the principal is returned by the government after 5 years, without interest) or invest 220,000 Canadian dollars (one-time payment, non-refundable).
4. Meet health examination requirements.
5. Meet security background check requirements.
6. Have no criminal record.
(Note: If there are any changes to application conditions, please consult professional immigration consultants at Worldway.)
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