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If you're a full-time student in Montreal looking for a summer job that actually pays well, the STM is hiring for a handful of positions across its network and offices for summer 2026 — and some of them come with paid training before you even start.

Positions are open to students enrolled full-time during the winter 2026 semester at a Quebec-recognized institution and who are at least 16 years old. Contracts run between 10 and 16 weeks, depending on the role.

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Every Saturday and Sunday at 5 p.m., Charlie Whitley closes his vintage clothing store in Montreal's Mile-End neighbourhood and feels frustrated.

He wants to stay open later, but that would be against the law. "It doesn't make any sense," he said about the "ridiculous" rules.

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The extended shopping hours Quebec announced last month are almost here.

Starting March 11, 2026, non-food retailers across the province will be able to stay open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week, under a one-year voluntary pilot project announced by Samuel Poulin, Quebec's minister for the economy and small and medium-sized businesses. That means no more racing to beat the Sunday closing time.

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If you work a typical 9-to-5, chances are the weekend is when you catch up on errands. The problem is, in Quebec, Sunday evening shopping has never really been a thing.

That could soon change in a big way.

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Finding a job in this market can be tough, especially if you're fresh out of school.

That's what makes this next bit of news worth bookmarking. Mediacorp recently published its 2026 edition of Canada's Top Employers for Young People, now in its 24th year, and 14 companies with Quebec headquarters made the list. The competition recognizes Canadian employers that stand out for how they hire and develop workers early in their careers, through things like paid internships, mentorship, tuition support, and structured career coaching.

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Finding a stable job that comes with paid training and a salary that can exceed $85,000 a year is rare. But that's exactly what Fisheries and Oceans Canada is offering right now through its Fishery Officer training program — and the only education requirement is a high school diploma.

The role involves enforcing fishing laws and regulations to protect Canada's oceans, rivers, and fisheries. Hirees will be tasked with patrolling waterways, monitoring fishing activities, and working with communities on conservation education.

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If one of your New Year's resolutions is landing a better-paying job, Statistics Canada just made it a whole lot easier. The federal agency is hiring over 820 people for its Data Operations Centre, and you don't need a college diploma to apply.

The positions are split between Census Operators (making $25.87/hour) and Census Supervisors (pulling in $31.32/hour), running from April through September 2026. That works out to solid seasonal income if you're looking for something stable for the spring and summer months.

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With the new year around the corner, plenty of Quebecers are eyeing fresh starts, including on the job front.

If your bank account has been gently suggesting a career change, you're not alone. New numbers from Statistics Canada reveal exactly which industries are bringing home the biggest paycheques in Quebec, and let's just say some job sectors are out-earning the provincial norm by a mile.

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If you're looking for a solid, well-paying job in Quebec that doesn't require a university degree and can be done partly or fully from home, Services Québec has some new openings that might be worth a look. The provincial agency is currently hiring customer service agents across Quebec, and the salary can reach up to $59,592 a year, depending on experience.

It's not bad for a role where a high school diploma or equivalent work experience is enough to apply.

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If landing a job you actually enjoy is on your 2026 to-do list, this new data could help.

Greatplacetowork.ca has released its annual list of the Best Workplaces in Quebec for 2025, highlighting over 70 companies where employees say they feel valued, supported and proud to work.

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If you've been thinking about switching careers or just wondering where the money really is in Quebec, new Statistics Canada data might surprise you. The agency's latest September 2025 report breaks down the median weekly wages of full-time employees in every major industry, and some unexpected sectors are near the top.

While the overall average for Quebec sits at $1,264.90 per week, several industries pay well above that — in some cases, way above. Here's how each sector compares, ranked from the lowest to the highest-paying right now.

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Quebec is home to many of Canada's biggest companies, but only some have the distinction of being considered world-class.

Earlier this month, Forbes released its 2025 list of the World's Best Employers, ranking 900 organizations across 50 countries based on employee feedback about pay, work-life balance, advancement opportunities, and overall reputation. The global survey, conducted with research firm Statista, gathered more than 300,000 anonymous responses from workers around the world.

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