CIC NEWS
The deadline for submission of applications to the Quebec Skilled Worker (QSW) Program is March 31, 2014. On that date, the current regulations governing the program are set to expire. The Government of Quebec has yet to announce its plans for the QSW program going forward, leaving many to speculate as to what the future of the program, and Quebec immigration in general, may hold.
With the deadline for applications rapidly approaching, potential applicants to the QSW program must move quickly to ensure their completed applications are received in time to be considered.
The QSW Program Today
At present, applicants to the QSW program are eligible if they achieve a minimum number of points on a selection grid and have at least a high school level of education.
An intake cap of 20,000 skilled workers was put in place last year. However, as of December 31st a little more than 6,000 applications had been received. Quebec has provided no further information since the year ended.
The program is particularly suited to individuals with experience in fields such as nursing or civil engineering. Nurses receive 16 points for their educational qualifications, the highest amount possible according to the QSW selection grid. Civil engineers, on the other hand, have seen the number of points awarded for their experience rise from 6 points previously to a full 12 points in this current application cycle.
The QSW Program Moving Forward
At this time, no news has been shared as to what the QSW Program will look like after March 2014.
“The Government of Quebec is within its rights to modify the program as it sees fit,” said Attorney David Cohen. “It could reopen the program under new rules, extend it under the same rules, or temporarily close it all together. Right now, immigration professionals and hopefuls alike are waiting to hear word on what the future holds.”
In 2013, the program’s criteria were changed not once but twice.
“This program is currently quite popular because, when contrasted with the Federal Skilled Worker Program, its intake cap and eligibility criteria are somewhat less restrictive,” said Attorney Cohen. “I hope that Quebec will choose to continue welcoming high numbers of skilled immigrants, both in 2014 and after.”
To find out if you are eligible for the Quebec Skilled Worker Program, or one of over 60 Canadian immigration programs, please fill out a free online assessment form.
Suleman qadeer says
Just want to know what is going in the case against the retroactive implementation of the new laws specially language requirements. It is not easy to attain a B2 level with 16 Marks in speaking and Listening for some one who is already in a society where French is not spoken and specially for a person like me to spare so much time to spend in learning French.. is there any chance that the Quebec ministry will consider their decision or how long will it take normally to get a decision by the courts on this matter..
afyuye tope simeon says
Canada is my dream Country, God bless Canada
Stany Mulunda says
Good day,
Do think that those who have already the visa (under this program) and arrive in Canada after 31 March can be affected by any change of QSW program?
Regards.
Aminu S.Ajoke says
I wish to migrate to canada
meila says
Hello
I want to know what will happen to those who applied for immigration to Quebec and received their letter by June/July 2012 saying that their admission is under review.
Can you at least explain by your experience when will they get their confirmation if any? Or what may happen?
Thanking you for your kind endeavour to reply.
pape ousmane ciss says
je trouve que ses bien pour le coté du devolopment
Afolabi Adeyinka says
I would love to Obtain a Canadian Citizenship
Mohammed Hassan Mohammed Osman says
My dream is to go to live or work in Canada, I think it’s more a safe haven and more developed countries in various fields
I ask God to grant me a visa to work there
Haysel Espinoza says
I am interested to undergo training in Quebec and becoming a permanent residence in some part of the canada, do you have any seminar so that i can fully understand the process? Thank you.
Parmjeet kaur says
I want to know what will happen to those who got their files no by July and August ,and what is the next step ,so I will wait your response. with regards
selvaraj says
Hi There,
It is so nervous waiting to know the total number of applications received for QSW!!! Regular update is highly expected.
Abeeb says
If i want to apply for Quebec Skilled Worker , how do i go about it and what are the requirement needed for the application processing
Jean Bosco Nshimirimana says
Canada is my dream for long time ago. I wish to become canadian citizen.
Thank you very much for your service, and may canada be blessed for the opportunity provided for foreign citizen. Canada is a mondel in other countries.
kamalpreetkaur says
if i will submit application in feb it will be acceptable for further process or not and which level of french is require.plz guide me about new rules of quebec immigration.
ogunsanwo ayodeji olugbenga says
I really want to relocate to Canada with my family
Md Tipu Sultan says
Thanks for sending the update news letter.
JYOTI K.C. says
Regarding Quebec Skilled Worker Program, it has been heard that many of the files are in process of return explaining the insufficient draft i.e those file which have been received in 2013 but opened in 2014 are in process of return stating the insufficient fund. Isn’t this so ridiculous. Please i want to have your view regarding this? Prompt reply will be highly appreciable.
Thank you,
Mimi says
Just received an email that my application for financial analyst will be returned because I was not able to reach the cap. What will happen to my application? No other way that I can apply on the same occupation?
KANNAN NAIR says
please confirm ,how many months need for processing from the acceptance of file no
karan singal says
@ Mimi
Did you apply in FSW of in quebec skilled worker program ????
Paul Mordi says
I have always love to work and live in canada because of the standard of deveopment and to develope my self and my family more.
Delilah says
How long does it take for my immigration application before i will get the feedback? I submitted my application last November 2013 for QSW (as a nurse)? And its been 4 months already?I feel worried since the deadline for QSW is fast approaching…thank you and more power .. GOD BLESS!
isaac says
My application for the quebec skilled workers nominee program got to quebec on the 10th of november 2015 at 14:28,was delivered by dhl.That same day,the 3500 applicants was attained..How do i know if my application was among the 3500,considering the time 14:28.