PERT

Provincial Employment Roundtable

The Provincial Employment Roundtable (PERT) is a non-profit multi-stakeholder initiative focused on addressing the employment and employability challenges facing Québec’s English-speaking community.

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A Word from our President

“The creation of the Provincial Employment Roundtable is a milestone in the life of the English Speaking community of Quebec. Through PERT, we now have the capacity to interact effectively and tenaciously with all levels of government in an effort to increase the employment opportunities of English speakers and improve the Quebec economy.”

James Hughes, President of the Provincial Employment Roundtable

An Overview of Employment in Quebec

Unemployment for Québec`s English speakers (2021)

Unemployment rate French Speakers (2021)

Census 2021: 6.9%

Proportion of English speakers in Québec`s population

Census 2021: 14.9%

Proportion of English speakers in Québec`s Labour Market

Census 2021: 15.8%

Latest News

Read recent news from the Provincial Employment Roundtable and its partners about the labour market, skills training and employment challenges impacting Québec’s English-speakers.

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Overcoming Barriers to Employment for Black Workers in Québec

Racialized minorities and immigrants in Québec face significant hurdles when seeking employment, with barriers compounded...

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Press Release: English speakers in the Eastern Townships experience higher unemployment rates and lower median incomes than their French-speaking counterparts.

English speakers in Estrie, the region that comprises the Eastern Townships, are struggling in the job market, despite having...

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Press Release: English speakers in Abitibi-Témiscamingue are mired by poverty and a dearth of job opportunities.

Montreal, January 29, 2025 – English speakers in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, a western Québec region on the border with Ontario,...

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Overcoming Barriers to Learning French for English Speakers Living in Québec

For English speakers in Québec, learning French is more than just acquiring a skill — it’s the key to unlocking professional...

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The Benefits of Professional Mentoring: A Win-Win Relationship

In Québec, English-speaking professionals face unique challenges in the job market. That’s why the Provincial Employment...

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Brief: Pre-Budget Consultation 2025-2026

This brief summarizes PERT’s research findings, particularly the employment challenges facing the English-speaking community...

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Employment Profile of English Speakers in Estrie

This report aims to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the employment situation of Estrie's English-speaking...

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Employment Profile of English Speakers in Abitibi-Témiscamingue

This report aims to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the employment situation of Abitibi-Témiscamingue’s...

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User journeys of language learners navigating Québec’s French language training ecosystem

The study explores the experiences, motivations, and barriers English-speaking individuals face in French language training...

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Understanding Learning Timelines for Adults in Second Language Training

This report explores the time required for adult learners to achieve functional proficiency in a new language and the factors...

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Reports

Through our research, PERT is committed to providing a deeper understanding of the employment and employability challenges English speakers face in order to help develop comprehensive solutions & policy recommendations intended to address those challenges.

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Provincial Employment Roundtable | Table ronde provinciale sur l’emploi

PERT @pert_qc ·
6 Feb

Les Québécois d’expression anglaise des Cantons de l’Est connaissent des taux de chômage plus élevés et des revenus médians plus faibles que leurs homologues francophones.

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6 Feb

English speakers in the Eastern Townships experience higher unemployment rates and lower median incomes than their French-speaking counterparts.

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PERT @pert_qc ·
6 Feb

Our updated #EmploymentProfile of English Speakers in Estrie is now available!

Our comprehensive study covers demographics, labour market trends, and more!

Read it now 👇

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PERT @pert_qc ·
6 Feb

Notre #miseàjour du profil d'emploi des Québécois d'expression anglaise de l’Estrie, est maintenant disponible !

Notre étude complète couvre les données démographiques, les tendances du marché du travail et bien plus encore !

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CONTACT INFORMATION

Telephone (toll-free): 1-855-773-7885
Email: info@pertquebec.ca

ADDRESS

393 Rue Saint-Jacques Montréal, QC H2Y 1N9

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday to Friday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm