Quebec Services

Mobility and Relocation Support for Employers and Families in Quebec

Mobility and Relocation Support for Employers and Families in Quebec

Relocating talent to Quebec often involves more than a household move. HR teams must navigate language, education, immigration, housing, administrative requirements, and family integration. All Points Relocation supports employers, new hires, and their families through each stage of the process — from initial arrival to full integration — while reducing the operational burden on HR teams.

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A Relocation Environment Unique to Quebec

Quebec presents relocation considerations that are distinct from the rest of Canada, including:

  • language and francisation requirements
  • eligibility rules for English-language public schools
  • the requirements of Bill 96
  • the CEGEP post-secondary system
  • CAQ/MIFI processes for certain international arrivals
  • a housing market with specific local norms
  • family integration that is closely tied to schools and neighbourhoods

These factors directly influence an employer’s ability to attract, onboard, and retain talent — and can weigh heavily in a family’s decision to remain in Quebec over the medium or long term.

A Team Based in Quebec

All Points has a team of 14 employees in Quebec, including Relocation Managers and Destination Consultants based in Montreal and Quebec City. Our team supports inbound, outbound, and intra-provincial relocations for both corporate and technical profiles.

Our consultants are deeply familiar with local neighbourhoods, schools, housing conditions, transit systems, public service registration, and the dynamics of family integration. Services are delivered in French and English, and additional languages as needed.

Housing, Arrival, and Family Integration

Successful relocations often depend on a smooth arrival and appropriate housing. We help families to:

  • understand rental markets in Montreal and Quebec City
  • secure suitable housing
  • manage temporary accommodation
  • clarify leases, insurance, and deposits
  • access essential services (health insurance, schools, childcare, banking, etc.)
  • navigate transportation, municipal services, and neighbourhood life
  • support spouses in their employment search

This structured support reduces family stress, stabilizes the employee, and increases assignment success rates.

Education and Bill 96: Planning Beyond the First School Year

Education is often the most sensitive aspect of relocations involving children. Since the implementation of Bill 96, access to English-language public schools is governed by the Certificate of Eligibility, the validity of which has been reduced to three years for children of work-permit holders.

This change interacts directly with:

  • work permit duration
  • anticipated renewals
  • assignment horizons
  • post-CEGEP planning
  • the family’s home education system

Depending on their situation, families may need to consider:

  • French-language public schools
  • English-language private schools
  • language tutoring
  • transitions to the CEGEP system
  • eventual reintegration into their home education system

All Points helps families understand these options, plan an appropriate education pathway, and minimize disruptive transitions for children. Our Education Specialist supports school selection, enrolment, and coordination with institutions.

Language, Francisation, and the Workplace

Beyond schooling, language plays a key role in professional and family integration. Depending on the role and organization, employees may encounter:

  • francisation requirements
  • HR documentation provided in French
  • language requirements for certain positions
  • internal training delivered in French
  • implications for a spouse’s employability

We help families understand these realities so they can plan for a sustainable future in Quebec.

Immigration and Installation Timelines (in Coordination with Partners)

For international arrivals, CAQ/MIFI processes may run alongside federal immigration steps. Work permit duration can also affect English-school eligibility and education planning. All Points works in coordination with our immigration team to align immigration timelines with schooling and relocation plans.

Regional Mobility within Quebec

Many organizations relocate talent outside of Montreal, particularly to Quebec City and, depending on the sector, to regional municipalities, such as Trois Rivières and Sherbrooke. We support these relocations, especially in sectors such as:

  • engineering and infrastructure
  • science and research
  • energy
  • manufacturing and industrial operations
  • corporate and professional services

Support for HR Teams

In addition to family support, HR teams benefit from assistance with:

  • relocation coordination
  • administration of assignment-related benefits
  • communication with employees and families
  • case management
  • mobility guidance and best practices

This support reduces internal workload, shortens installation timelines, and improves the employee experience.

Protection of Personal Information

Relocations involve sensitive personal data. All Points holds ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications, which govern information security, privacy, and personal data management. These practices support the expectations of Quebec organizations regarding confidentiality and data protection.

Recruitment, Attraction, and Retention

In a competitive talent market, family considerations directly affect:

  • offer acceptance
  • speed to productivity
  • willingness to remain in Quebec
  • post-assignment outcomes

A structured relocation approach strengthens employers’ attraction and retention strategies, particularly in sectors facing intense competition for talent.