Quebec Issues 273 Invitations Under Skilled Worker Selection Program
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On July 31, 2025, Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation, and Integration (MIFI) issued 273 new invitations under the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ), focusing mainly on candidates in the Intermediate and Manual Skills stream. This marks the first time the province has invited workers in this category since the PSTQ launched in 2025.
Quick Summary of July 31 Draw
Before we move further, here is a quick brief about the July 31 draw in Quebec under PSTQ:
- No. Invitations Issued: 273
- Minimum Points Required: 661
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Lives outside the Montreal Metropolitan Community
- Must have at least 24 months of work experience in the past 5 years, including 12 months in Quebec in their primary occupation
- Profiles selected from Arrima: Extracted on July 28, 2025, at 8 AM
Also Read: Canada to Require Medical Exams for PR through Express Entry Starting August 21
Who is Eligible for Intermediate and Manual Skills Stream?
This stream is made for foreign workers in FEER/TEER Category 3, 4, or 5 occupations.
Key Eligibility Requirements
French Proficiency:
- For main applicants, Level 5 (speaking & listening) on Québec’s French scale (Échelle québécoise)
- For Spouse/common-law partner, it's a Level 4 language requirement.
Education Requirements:
- A Quebec high school diploma (or equivalent) OR
- A vocational/technical diploma (minimum 1-year program, 600+ hours for secondary level or 900+ hours for college level)
Work Experience:
- Must not be in a profession based in Quebec
Also Read: Canada's Third Express Entry Draw of August 2025 Issues 2500 PR Invitations
What are FEER/TEER 3, 4, and 5 Occupations?
FEER Level | Education/Training Requirements | Examples of Occupations |
FEER 3 | College diploma or apprenticeship (usually <2 years) OR extensive on-the-job training | Machinists, Medical lab technicians |
FEER 4 | High school diploma PLUS short training or job-specific certification | Truck drivers, Retail butchers |
FEER 5 | No formal education required; brief on-the-job training | Cleaners, Fruit pickers |
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