Quebec Invites 231 candidates under the Qualified Worker Selection Program

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[Published 05 Sep, 2025 | 05:58 AM]
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The Government of Quebec has invited 231 candidates under its newly held draw for the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) through the Arrima Expression of Interest (EOI) system.

This draw under the Quebec Arrima is an expression of the province's objectives to attract skilled workers who possess strong knowledge of the French language, high education qualifications, and relevant work experience in support of priority sectors of the provincial labor market.

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Quebec PSTQ Draw: Overview

The Quebec Immigration Latest Draw issued a total of 231 invitations to candidates through the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) in two streams: 227 under Stream-1 for highly qualified and specialized skills, and 4 under Stream-4 for exceptional talents.

• Date of Draw: August 28, 2025
• Total Invitations: 231
• Stream 1: Highly Qualified and Specialized Skills (227 invitations)
• Stream 4: Exceptional Talent ( 4 invitations)
• Selection: Arrima Expression of Interest System

Stream 1: Highly Qualified and Specialized Skills

The highest number of invitations were issued in Stream 1 for Arrima scores of 760 or higher.

Eligibility criteria:

• Main occupation must fall under FEER category 0, 1, or 2
• Must not be intending to work in a regulated profession listed by Quebec Immigration Department
• 12 months of work experience in the occupation within the last 5 years
• French language proficiency requirements:
  • For speaking: Level 7 or higher
  • For writing: Level 5 or higher
• For accompanying spouse (if applicable): Level 4 or higher in oral French
• Must be physically present in Quebec
• Must have a Quebec qualification (university, college, or vocational):
  • Diploma (vocational/college): Minimum of 900 hours
  • Degree (university): Minimum 30 credits
• Minimum Arrima score of 760 (according to Quebec points calculator)

Target Stream 4: Exceptional Talent

Quebec also invited 4 candidates under the Exceptional Talent stream to apply for permanent selection.

Eligibility criteria:

• Hold one or more of the following:
  • Positive opinion by a recognized Quebec partner ministry in a priority sector
  • Document confirming exceptional achievement
• Must hold a PhD
• Work experience (Main Occupation): Minimum 36 months in the last 5 years

Quebec Draw Summary 2025

About the Skilled Worker Selection Program:

This program is designed for persons wishing to immigrate to Quebec, and to work. In order to apply, the candidates first must submit a declaration of interest through the Arrima portal. Then, their profile is entered into the array of declarations of interest and ranked against a number of selection criteria, including education, work experience, language proficiency, and connection to Quebec.

A candidate with a qualifying profile who has been awarded the requisite points under the criteria targeted by Quebec may receive an invitation to apply for permanent selection.

For a successful admission, he/she must fulfill the complete entry requirements of that specific program with the relevant supporting documents.

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Source: quebec.ca