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Latest Quebec Arrima Draw Invites 1,220 Candidates for PR Targets 53 NOCs
If you’ve been dreaming of immigrating to Canada and securing permanent residency, your golden opportunity may have just arrived. Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Frenchisation, and Integration (MIFI) conducted its latest Arrima draw in October, and it’s turning heads. This was the 15th Quebec Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP) draw held in 2023, and it’s a game-changer.
In the latest Quebec Arrima draw, held on October 26, 2023, a whopping 1,220 candidates received the coveted invitation to apply for permanent residency. What makes this draw extraordinary is the stringent selection criteria that focus on candidates with strong language proficiency in French and specific occupations. In this blog, we’ll dive deep into the details of the draw, the eligibility criteria, and how you can potentially secure your place in the land of maple leaves.
The Quebec Arrima Latest Draw: Key Insights
Quebec’s commitment to linguistic and economic integration is evident in its invitation criteria for this draw. Two main categories were established for the lucky candidates:
Category 1: French Fluency and Trade Skills
Language Proficiency: A minimum of level 7 oral proficiency in French, as assessed by the Échelle québécoise des niveaux de compétence en français des personnes immigrantes adultes or its equivalent.
Point Requirement: A score equal to or greater than 465 points.
Occupation Criteria: Applicants must belong to one of the following National Occupation Classification (NOC) categories:
NOC Code Occupation Title 2154 Land surveyors 2242 Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment) 7233 Sheet metal workers 7234 Boilermakers 7236 Ironworkers 7237 Welders and related machine operators 7241 Electricians (except industrial and power system) 7245 Telecommunications line and cable workers 7252 Steamfitters, pipefitters, and sprinkler system installers 7271 Carpenters 7281 Bricklayers 7282 Concrete finishers 7283 Tilesetters 7284 Plasterers, drywall installers and finishers, and lathers 7291 Roofers and shinglers 7293 Insulators 7294 Painters and decorators (except interior decorators) 7295 Floor covering installers 7311 Construction millwrights and industrial mechanics 7312 Heavy-duty equipment mechanics 7313 Heating, refrigeration, and air conditioning mechanics 7318 Elevator constructors and mechanics 7371 Crane operators 7384 Autre personnel des métiers et personnel assimilé, n.c.a. 7521 Other trades and related occupations, n.e.c. 7611 Construction trades helpers and laborers
Category 2: Top Scores and In-Demand Professions
Language Proficiency: A minimum of level 7 oral proficiency in French, as assessed by the Échelle québécoise des niveaux de compétence en français des personnes immigrantes adultes or its equivalent.
Point Requirement: A score equal to or greater than 608 points.
Occupation Criteria: Applicants must belong to one of the following National Occupation Classification (NOC) categories:
NOC Code Occupation Title 0213 Computer and information systems managers 2131 Civil engineers 2132 Mechanical engineers 2133 Electrical and electronics engineers 2141 Industrial and manufacturing engineers 2147 Computer engineers (except software engineers and designers) 2171 Information systems analysts and consultants 2172 Analystes de bases de données et administrateurs/administratrices de donnée 2173 Software engineers and designers 2174 Computer programmers and interactive media developers 2175 Web designers and developers 2231 Civil engineering technologists and technicians 2232 Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians 2233 Industrial engineering and manufacturing technologists and technicians 2241 Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians 2281 Computer network technicians 2282 User support technicians 2283 Information systems testing technicians 3012 Registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses 3233 Licensed practical nurses 3413 Nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates 4031 Secondary school teachers 4032 Elementary school and kindergarten teachers 4214 Early childhood educators and assistants 5223 Graphic arts technicians 5225 Audio and video recording technicians 5241 Graphic designers and illustrators
What Makes This Draw a Game-Changer?
The Quebec Arrima latest draw focuses on candidates with strong French proficiency and skills in specific occupations. This draws a clear path for individuals with the right language skills and professional background to fulfill their Canadian dream.
Don’t miss your chance; seize the opportunity to secure your future in Quebec. The clock is ticking, and the Canadian dream is within reach. Quebec’s latest draw has just opened doors, and it could be your pathway to Canada PR. Act now, and make your dream a reality.
