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Grew up in Montreal but most of my career has been spent agency side in NYC. Moved back to Montreal a few years ago.
Here are some thinks to keep in mind:
You will need to be sponsored for a visa to work at any company (the visa is easier if you are transferred from a US based agency/compny)
I believe you must reside in Canada for at least 730 days in 5 years to apply for permanent residence
Each province has different qualifications for permanent residence – I’m not sure if there are French requirements in Quebec but I would imagine all documentation and the process will be in French
From my perspective (being an outsider) - the Quebec market is fairly insular and it’s not easy to break in or get a job
Most of the head offices/decision making is done in Toronto and that means the bulk of the more senior jobs are there (I’m working remotely Client side for a Toronto headquartered business).
Montreal is a great city. I don’t miss NYC at all. Good luck.
Not any more. I left Ogilvy in 2021 and moved back to Montreal.
Yeah, don't do it.