The Canadian province of Quebec has conducted its largest Arrima draw of 2024, inviting a significant number of skilled workers to apply for a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ). This is a crucial step for obtaining permanent residency in Canada.

What is Arrima?

Arrima, which stands for “Arrivée en continu pour l’immigration au Québec” (Continuous Arrival for Immigration to Quebec), is an online system used by Quebec to manage applications for immigration through its selection programs. Skilled workers interested in immigrating to Quebec can create an Expression of Interest (EOI) profile in Arrima. This profile outlines their skills, experience, and education. MIFI, the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, then conducts regular draws from the pool of EOI profiles, inviting candidates who best meet Quebec’s immigration needs to apply for a CSQ.

Details of the Draw

The latest draw, conducted on March 21, 2024, saw MIFI inviting a record-breaking 1,357 candidates to apply for a CSQ. This surpasses the previous largest draw of 2024, which invited 1,136 candidates in March.

Selection Criteria

To be invited in this draw, candidates needed to meet specific criteria. They required:

• A minimum score of 596 points under the Quebec Experience Class (QEC) point system. This point system evaluates factors like education, work experience, language skills, and age.
• At least level 7 oral proficiency in French. Quebec prioritizes French-speaking immigrants to support the province’s French culture and language.
• A valid job offer outside the territory of the Montreal Metropolitan Community. Quebec aims to distribute skilled workers across the province and reduce pressure on major cities like Montreal.

Strong Demand for Skilled Workers

The high number of invitations in this draw reflects Quebec’s ongoing need for skilled workers. The province faces labor shortages in various sectors and actively seeks qualified immigrants to fill these gaps. This trend is expected to continue in 2024, with Quebec projecting to invite a significant number of skilled workers through Arrima draws.

What Happens Next?

The invited candidates now have 60 days to submit a complete application for a CSQ to MIFI. If successful, they will receive a CSQ, which allows them to apply for permanent residence with the federal government of Canada.

This news is encouraging for skilled workers seeking immigration opportunities in Quebec. The high number of invitations demonstrates the province’s openness to immigration and its commitment to attracting talented individuals to contribute to its economy.

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