Reports

PERT is committed to conducting research that leads to a deeper understanding of the employment and employability challenges English speakers face in Québec’s labour market, in order to help develop comprehensive solutions & policy recommendations intended to address these challenges.

Impact Assessment Brief: Considerations for the Impact and Implementation of Bill 84 in regard to English-speaking Quebecers

This brief examines the impact of Bill 84 on English-speaking Quebecers, focusing on limited access to French language training...

Employment Profile of English Speakers in Montréal

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

Impact Assessment Brief: Anticipated Effects of American Tariffs on the Economic Vitality of English-speaking Quebecers

On February 1st, 2025, President Trump announced a 25% tariff on almost all Canadian imports to the United States. The move...

Brief: Pre-Budget Consultation 2025-2026

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

Employment Profile of English Speakers in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean

This report aims to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the employment situation of Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean’s...

Employment Profile of English Speakers in Capitale-Nationale

This report aims to contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the employment situation of Capitale-Nationale’s English-speaking...