Quebec Immigration Draw

Quebec sent out 365 invitations to people who had filed an expression of interest to immigrate to the French-speaking province.

Invitations went to people who had filed an expression of interest through the Arrima portal, which manages applications for Quebec’s Regular Skilled Worker Program.

There were three categories of candidates invited by Ministry of Immigration, Francization, and Integration (MIFI). The first group needed a validated offer of employment in the province to receive an invitation.

The second category included people who were staying in Quebec as a diplomat, consular officer, a representative for the United Nations or any intergovernmental organization that carries out operations in Quebec. The draw could have also included people who are members of the staff of any such official, as these occupations are also covered under Section 26 of the Quebec Immigration Regulation.

Quebec’s immigration process

Quebec has more power over its own immigration system than any other province.

The Government of Quebec is responsible for selecting economic-class immigrants such as skilled workers and entrepreneurs. The immigration process is managed by Quebec’s immigration ministry, MIFI.

The Quebec Selection Certificate, or Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ) is a document issued by MIFI that confirms an applicant can immigrate to Quebec. Immigration candidates who are issued a CSQ can then apply for permanent resident status with Canada’s federal government.