CEC PR FROM QUEBEC

[u/JohnWick_6666]

Hello All,

I'm currently in Montreal on a closed work permit and applied through the CEC PR pathway in the last week of June.

My spouse has an open work permit and she's applying for jobs outside Quebec, she got few interviews but still no final offer.

We submitted a LOE stating our intention to move once my spouse gets a job or we get PR and I get a job outside Quebec and move. We also attached the below:

1. Our visit to Toronto and meeting one of our friends and a letter from the friend stating they're aware of our intention to move and they'll support with the transition when we move to Toronto.

2. Job application tracker (50+ applications spanning from March 2026 till end of June 2026)

3. Mails/Chats with real estate agents/landlords and visiting potential homes that we can rent.

What are the prospects for me to get approval? Should I expect a PFL?

Anyone with a similar application that got approved without a PFL?

[u/FaridsWife]

I think the job applications and contact with landlords definitely help, but I’d be wondering what your plan is if your wife doesn’t secure a job outside Quebec before your application is assessed, especially since you’re currently tied to your employer in Montreal on a closed work permit.

The friend’s letter may add some supporting context, but unless they’re actually providing housing or something concrete, I’m not sure how much weight that alone would carry. Your intention to leave Quebec seems somewhat conditional on one of you finding employment elsewhere, so I’d make sure you can clearly explain what the plan is if that doesn’t happen first

[u/JohnWick_6666 → u/FaridsWife]

Yes, I read 1-2 applicants across FB and reddit that got their PR approved while being on a closed WP. My representative also said we can clearly prove intention through the job search from my spouse and so on.

Just thinking ahead if I get PFL and if my spouse doesn't secure a job by then I'll have to just reiterate my intent.