Quebec has issued 277 invitations to apply for permanent selection under the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ). The draw took place on August 14, 2025, targeting candidates in Stream 3: Regulated Professions.
To qualify, candidates had to:
- Plan to practise a regulated profession listed by the Minister in FEER categories 0, 1 or 2.
- Demonstrate strong French ability, with at least level 7 in oral skills and level 5 in written skills.
- Have an accompanying spouse, if applicable, with at least level 4 in oral French.
Additional criteria included being resident in Quebec and holding a score of 766 points or higher on the Quebec Expression of Interest system. The pool of eligible candidates was extracted from the Arrima system on August 11, 2025, at 6am.
This draw highlights Quebec’s focus on regulated professions and its commitment to ensuring candidates meet high professional and language standards.
Quebec Expression of Interest Draw
| Stream | Number of Invitations | Cut-off Score | Minimum Requirements | Additional Draw-Specific Criteria |
| Stream 3: Regulated Professions. | 277 | 766 | – Regulated profession in FEER 0, 1 or 2 – French level 7 (oral), 5 (written) – Spouse: French level 4 (oral), if applicable | – Living in Quebec |
Quebec’s Skilled Worker Selection Through Arrima
The Arrima system is Quebec’s online platform for managing immigration applications under the PSTQ. It uses a points-based system to assess candidates based on factors such as education, work experience, language skills, and connection to Quebec.
Each invitation round targets candidates who meet specific stream criteria and scoring thresholds. Those invited may submit an official application for permanent selection (Certificat de sélection du Québec – CSQ).
Quebec’s Immigration System
This latest Arrima draw underlines Quebec’s dual focus on attracting top-tier skilled workers and exceptional individuals with advanced credentials and proven achievements. Quebec continues to shape its immigration system to support economic growth and cultural vitality, while upholding the province’s French language and integration values.
