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New Quebec Arrima Draw Issues 277 Invitations to Regulated Professions with a 766 Cut-Off
Quebec turned heads again with strong selection activity in mid-August. On August 14, 2025, the Ministry of Immigration, Francisation et Intégration (MIFI) issued 277 invitations in the 77th round of its Arrima system under Stream 3 of the Quebec Skilled Worker Selection Program. The minimum score was 766. MIFI also issued two additional invitations using special provisions of the Quebec Immigration Act. That brings the 2025 total to 801 invitations through Arrima and 56,638 invitations since Arrima launched in July 2019.
Quebec Arrima Draw Highlights
Quebec continues to target profiles that can move into the workforce quickly. Stream 3 favors applicants who match current needs and meet selection factors that drive higher points: strong French, solid education, relevant work experience, and—when available—validated job offers. A score of 766 signals a competitive pool this month, yet reachable for candidates who plan their profile carefully and keep documents current.
Draw at A Glance
| Item | Detail |
| Draw number | 77 |
| Draw date | August 14, 2025 |
| Stream | Stream 3 – Quebec Skilled Worker Selection Program |
| Invitations | 277 (+ 2 supplementary under special provisions) |
| Minimum score | 766 |
| 2025 YTD invited | 801 |
| Since 2019 (all draws) | 56,638 |
How Stream 3 (Regulated Professions) Selection Works – and Why Scores Move
Arrima ranks profiles with a points grid. You earn points for age, schooling, area of training, French and English, skilled experience, spouse factors, dependent children, and ties such as a validated job offer or Quebec studies. Stream 3 focuses on profiles that best meet labor needs published by MIFI. That’s why the cut-off moves: when more high-scoring profiles enter the pool—especially those with advanced French or Quebec job offers—the threshold rises. When fewer are present, the threshold can soften.
Practical Steps to Raise Your Score Fast
- French first. One CEFR level jump (TEF/TCF) often yields a major score lift.
- Area of training. If a short Quebec program can improve your area-of-training points, evaluate that path.
- Validated offer. An employer-validated offer from a Quebec company can be decisive.
- Spouse factors. Add your spouse’s education/French results if they add net points.
- Document hygiene. Keep passports, ECAs, and language tests valid; expired items can drop your score below a cut-off.
Where this Draw Fits in the 2025 Pattern
Quebec has kept a steady rhythm this year with targeted rounds and modest volumes. The 277 invitations align with a preference for quality over bulk. The two supplementary invitations under special provisions confirm MIFI’s ability to act when profiles meet specific priorities outside a stream’s standard rules. For candidates close to the threshold, this is a signal to keep profiles active and ready.
Who Should Pay Attention Now
- French-speaking professionals who can document six-plus months of recent experience in in-demand roles.
- Graduates of Quebec programs with fresh French scores.
- Workers with Quebec employers ready to validate an offer.
- Couples where both partners can add points through language or schooling.
What to Do Before the Next Round
Run a quick readiness check:
- Language: Book TEF/TCF if your scores are older than two years or shy of B2/C1.
- ECA: Ensure your highest credential is assessed; add spouse ECA if it helps.
- Work letters: Duties should mirror your NOC; use official headers and signatories.
- Funds & civil docs: Keep proof of funds (if required), birth/marriage records, and police certificates within validity windows.
- Job search in Quebec: If you’re overseas, align your CV to Quebec norms (French first, clear competencies) and contact employers in your field.
Expect more targeted selections through the fall as Quebec continues to match invitations to sector needs. Profiles with strong French and clear ties to Quebec employers remain well placed. If you’re near the current band, small, fast moves—language retests, document refreshes, employer outreach—can push you above the line in time for the next Quebec Arrima draw.
With a 766 cut-off and 277 invitations, Quebec signaled steady demand for ready-to-work talent. Keep French scores current, verify your NOC match, and pursue validated offers. The next Quebec Arrima draw could favor profiles that do the small things right—consistently. Stay ahead with Canada Immigration News for all the regular PNP draws.
