Quebec invites candidates who meet specific criteria, including French language proficiency and professional experience, to apply for permanent selection under the Skilled Worker Program.
The Quebec Skilled Worker Program (PSTQ) issues invitations to candidates whose profiles align with Quebec's labor market needs and who meet French language requirements. Invitations are issued by program stream based on the candidate's main occupation and other selection criteria, including work experience and integration potential. Candidates are ranked by a points system, and a minimum score may be required to receive an invitation. The invitation process involves three steps: targeting the appropriate program stream, selecting specific profiles, and inviting the highest scoring candidates.
- Candidates submit a declaration of interest via the Arrima platform, which is entered into a pool for selection.
- Invitations are issued by program stream based on the candidate's main occupation and related information.
- Selection criteria vary by stream and include French language proficiency, work experience, education, and integration factors.
- The invitation process has three steps: identifying the applicable stream, targeting specific profiles, and inviting candidates with the highest scores.
- A points system ranks candidates based on human capital, labor market needs, government priorities, and adaptation factors.
- Some criteria are scored, while others are eligibility requirements without points.
- Candidates may request an invitation without applying standard criteria by submitting a detailed explanatory letter demonstrating their contribution to Quebec's prosperity.
- An auto-evaluation tool will soon be available to help candidates estimate their score before submitting a declaration of interest.
- The Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration determines invitation criteria and points system, as published in the Official Gazette of Quebec on July 2, 2025, with an erratum on July 9, 2025.
- The invitation process is structured in three steps focusing on stream assignment, profile targeting, and ranking by points.
- Candidates can request special consideration for invitation without meeting standard criteria by demonstrating significant contribution to Quebec.
- Individuals who have submitted a declaration of interest to immigrate to Quebec under the Skilled Worker Program.
- Candidates whose profiles match Quebec's labor market needs and who meet French language and other eligibility criteria.
- Applicants interested in permanent selection through one of the four program streams of the PSTQ.
- Submit a declaration of interest through the Arrima platform.
- Ensure your profile meets the French language proficiency and work experience requirements for your applicable program stream.
- If applicable, submit a detailed letter with supporting documents to request an invitation without applying standard criteria, mailed to the Ministry's specified address.
- Use the upcoming auto-evaluation tool to estimate your points before applying.
- Invitation criteria and points system published July 2, 2025, with erratum July 9, 2025.
- Invitation rounds occur periodically; specific dates vary.