Read the latest news from the Provincial Employment Roundtable

Press Release – Lack of Employment Services Exacerbates Economic Disparities for English Speakers in Montréal

A new report by the Provincial Employment Roundtable (PERT) reveals significant employment and income disparities for English...

Press Release – PERT Urges the Minister of Employment to Restore Funding to Key Anglo Youth Employment Organization

The Provincial Employment Roundtable (PERT) is deeply concerned by the complete withdrawal of provincial funding for YES...

Press Release – No Targeted Employment Measures For Quebec’s English Speakers in Provincial 2025-2026 Budget

The Provincial Employment Roundtable (PERT) is concerned by the lack of targeted investments for the employment of the province's...

The Power of Learning French: Your Key to Thriving in Québec

French is the official language of business, the courts and government. In some cities like Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean, nearly...

Overcoming Barriers to Employment for Black Workers in Québec

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

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Looking Back on 2024!

At PERT, 2024 was a year of expanding our reach, connecting with new communities, and amplifying advocates for a more inclusive...