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Quebec Arrima Draw #84 Invites 2,549 Candidates Across Four Skilled Worker Streams
The latest Quebec Arrima Draw has delivered one of the province’s largest invitation rounds of 2026. On June 4, 2026, Quebec conducted Arrima Draw #84, issuing 2,549 invitations to candidates under the Quebec Skilled Worker Selection Program. The results, published by the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI) on June 5, targeted candidates across four distinct streams, including highly qualified workers, intermediate-skilled occupations, regulated professions, and exceptional talent.
The draw reflects Quebec’s continued effort to attract French-speaking workers and address labour shortages in healthcare, education, engineering, skilled trades, manufacturing, and other priority sectors. So far in 2026, Quebec has invited 12,738 candidates through the Arrima system, significantly surpassing the number of invitations issued during the same period last year.
Breakdown of Quebec Arrima Draw #84
The June 4 invitation round was divided into four selection streams:
| Arrima Stream | Invitations Issued |
| Stream 1 – Highly Qualified and Specialized Skills | 1,094 |
| Stream 2 – Intermediate and Manual Skills | 756 |
| Stream 3 – Regulated Professions | 677 |
| Stream 4 – Exceptional Talent | 22 |
| Total Invitations | 2,549 |
This broad distribution demonstrates Quebec’s balanced approach to immigration by selecting candidates across various skill levels and professional categories.
Stream 1 Focused on Highly Skilled Workers
The largest share of invitations went to Stream 1, where 1,094 candidates received invitations.
Quebec prioritized applicants with:
- Strong French-language proficiency.
- Quebec education credentials.
- Work experience in TEER 0, 1, and 2 occupations.
- Experience in priority sectors such as healthcare, social services, education, and engineering.
Several healthcare and education occupations benefited from lower point thresholds, including:
- Early Childhood Educators
- Social Workers
- Counsellors and Therapists
- Pharmacy Technicians
- Allied Health Professionals
This targeted approach helps Quebec address workforce shortages in essential public services.
Intermediate and Manual Occupations Remain a Priority
Under Stream 2, Quebec invited 756 candidates working in TEER 3, 4, and 5 occupations.
The province selected workers employed in critical sectors including:
- Healthcare support services
- Food services
- Hospitality
- Construction trades
- Cleaning services
- Recreation and fitness
Many invited candidates had significant Quebec work experience and French-language abilities, reinforcing Quebec’s focus on economic integration and labour market participation.
Regulated Professions Receive Significant Attention
A total of 677 invitations were issued under Stream 3 for regulated professions.
Priority occupations included:
- Physicians
- Nurses
- Dentists
- Pharmacists
- Physiotherapists
- Teachers
- Social Workers
- Engineers
- Skilled Construction Professionals
Healthcare occupations received particularly strong support, reflecting Quebec’s ongoing need for qualified professionals across hospitals, clinics, schools, and community services.
The relatively low score thresholds for some healthcare and education occupations indicate the province’s urgency in filling these positions.
Exceptional Talent Stream Targets High-Achieving Candidates
Quebec also issued 22 invitations under Stream 4 for exceptional talent.
Candidates selected under this category demonstrated:
- Recognized exceptional achievements; or
- Positive recommendations from ministry-approved partners in targeted fields.
This stream allows Quebec to attract individuals with outstanding professional accomplishments who can contribute to innovation, research, culture, and economic growth.
What This Means for Quebec Immigration Candidates
The latest Quebec Arrima Draw confirms that French language ability, Quebec education, local work experience, and employment in priority occupations remain major factors for selection.
Candidates working in healthcare, education, engineering, skilled trades, manufacturing, and community services continue to benefit from Quebec’s targeted immigration strategy.
With more than 12,700 invitations already issued this year, Quebec remains one of Canada’s most active immigration destinations for skilled workers seeking permanent residence outside the federal Express Entry system.
As labour shortages persist across multiple sectors, additional large Arrima draws are expected throughout 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many invitations were issued in Quebec Arrima Draw #84?
Quebec issued 2,549 invitations during Arrima Draw #84 held on June 4, 2026.
Which stream received the most invitations?
Stream 1 (Highly Qualified and Specialized Skills) received the highest number of invitations with 1,094 candidates selected.
How many candidates were invited under regulated professions?
A total of 677 invitations were issued under Stream 3 for regulated professions such as healthcare, education, engineering, and skilled trades.
What occupations were prioritized in this draw?
Priority occupations included healthcare professionals, teachers, social workers, engineers, construction workers, early childhood educators, and various skilled trades.
