Quebec Immigration - Skilled Worker Program

[m+r_quebec2013]

Hi All,
We have recently had our interview in Paris and would like to share our experience with you.

The officer was very friendly and although I indicated that that my level of French was intermediate, 80 % of the interview was in French.
She asked us to show her our documents from work, education, and proof of relationship. She took a copy of our tenancy agreement and some other documents. She asked us what we do for a living and what we would like to do in Quebec, if we know what opportunities we would have in our fields. We talked about which city we would like to live in, and our previous travel to Montreal. She also asked us for proof or our trip. After this she turned to my spouse and they started to speak in French. He is a beginner, so they quickly switched to English. We showed her our research on the labour market, job postings, applications and responses, and potential employers. After all, she asked me to list the common values of Quebec which I did. After that she smiled and congratulated us for getting the CSQ. We couldn't have been happier.

All I can suggest to you who are waiting for an interview is to prepare well, read about Quebec, learn French and bring all your documents.

I also had an excellent French teacher who helped me prepare for the interview. If any of you are applying from London, I am happy to pass on her details, please feel free to PM me.

Finally, I just wanted to say thank you guys, I very much appreciate the support I got on this forum, keep up the good work and I wish all of you good luck with your application.

 

[harit79]

Hi All,
We have recently had our interview in Paris and would like to share our experience with you.

Big congratulations to you and your family and thanks for sharing your interview experience.
That will really help, who are eagerly waiting for their turns to come.
BTW can you please share your details like AOT, competency in french, when did you apply etc..?
Wish you all the best for federal and hope rest of the process will be peace of cake for you

 

[m+r_quebec2013]

Thank you Harit. My area of training is Business Administration, my French is intermediate level. My spouse has just started learning French and he works in IT. we applied back in November 2011.

 

[harit79]

Thank you Harit. My area of training is Business Administration, my French is intermediate level. My spouse has just started learning French and he works in IT. we applied back in November 2011.

Thanks for sharing the info.
Wish you all the best.

 

[limeloveaman]

Dear frnds,
I want to know one thing.. actually 2-3 people of my known applied for Quebec immigration this year for CSQ.They applied under Pharmacy Technical assistant bcoz they were having Diploma of pharmacy in india. but they got their files back and the reason mentioned was they are not eligible to apply under this category anymore. Does anyone have updated information regarding this?
It happens due to something bcoz of Cap reach or they excluded this category from list ?

 

[mankc]

Hello Everyone,

I am planning to migrate to Montreal, with my wife,
she has a bachelors in economics and I have a bachelors in Computer science.
Do we fall into the educational category listing
and what code number would that be?

 

[fruju]

Hello all, thanks for all the useful information in these posts.

I am beginning my application for the CSQ - Skilled Worker. I currently live in Montreal, QC, with a post-graduation work permit obtained after completing a master's in BC.

I am unsure what to put for Question 11: Have you ever applied for a temporary stay in Canada?

I have applied and been accepted for a study permit (before I came to Canada) and a post-graduation work permit. Would I put either of these, and if so, which?

Thanks in advance!

 

[xse2573]

Hi All,
We have recently had our interview in Paris and would like to share our experience with you.

The officer was very friendly and although I indicated that that my level of French was intermediate, 80 % of the interview was in French.
She asked us to show her our documents from work, education, and proof of relationship. She took a copy of our tenancy agreement and some other documents. She asked us what we do for a living and what we would like to do in Quebec, if we know what opportunities we would have in our fields. We talked about which city we would like to live in, and our previous travel to Montreal. She also asked us for proof or our trip. After this she turned to my spouse and they started to speak in French. He is a beginner, so they quickly switched to English. We showed her our research on the labour market, job postings, applications and responses, and potential employers. After all, she asked me to list the common values of Quebec which I did. After that she smiled and congratulated us for getting the CSQ. We couldn't have been happier.

All I can suggest to you who are waiting for an interview is to prepare well, read about Quebec, learn French and bring all your documents.

I also had an excellent French teacher who helped me prepare for the interview. If any of you are applying from London, I am happy to pass on her details, please feel free to PM me.

Finally, I just wanted to say thank you guys, I very much appreciate the support I got on this forum, keep up the good work and I wish all of you good luck with your application.

Please what EVIDENCE did you show that you have been to Montreal or Canada?

 

[fruju]

Hello Everyone,

I am planning to migrate to Montreal, with my wife,
she has a bachelors in economics and I have a bachelors in Computer science.
Do we fall into the educational category listing
and what code number would that be?

Hi mankc,

I'm no expert, but think you fall into the following:

Bachelor of Computer Science is equivalent to "Sciences de l'informatique", which for foreign degrees is in the 6-point grid with code U115 (see page 1).

I think your wife's category would depend on her specialisation. I couldn't find anything in the grids for "économie", but accounting ("comptabilité") for example, is worth 6 points for a foreign degree.

However, in the List of Areas of Training (see page 12), a foreign Economics degree is worth 0 points. So it looks like she won't get any points for that.

(I was going to post links to the tables and list of areas of training, but it won't let me. I suggest you do a search if you want to look for yourself.)

Hope that helps.

 

[mankc]

Thanks Fruju,

I really appreciate the light you have shed into this.
I understand you are not an expert.

Thank you though. I will research it more and will say something to you once am done with my research.
I understand you are a student there too.

Thats very interesting because I started apply for a masters program in Montreal
when I realized that this is a better way of migrating if one qualifies.

There are no student forum on this site, I would want to find out more about studing there too.
But I might be breaking the rules of this great forum talking about studying here,
may be I can write you an email(if you give me your email address) if that is ok for you.
Thanks all

 

[kbert]

Immigration Changing: Provinces Need More Skilled Workers

November, 2012
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Earlier this month, discussions were held between federal and provincial authorities regarding improvements to the country’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). These discussions have been part of a larger move away from the current PNP system to one that will more effectively bring immigrants to provinces in need of their specific knowledge and skills.

Many provinces want to increase their annual Provincial Nominee quotas, which are allocated by the Federal government, in order to address widespread labour shortages. Saskatchewan is lobbying to increase its annual quota from 4,000 to 6,000. Ontario wants to raise its quota from 1,000 to 5,000, while British Columbia wants to take in 6,500, up from 3,500 this year.

The PNP System Today

The PNP system was implemented to allow provinces greater authority in choosing the Permanent Residents who arrive and settle within their borders. While provinces nominate individuals for Permanent Residency, the Federal government remains responsible for issuing visas and screening nominees for health and security.

PNPs benefit provinces throughout the country, as they are able to target workers who are most likely to succeed in their labour markets. Most PNP categories place an emphasis on work or study experience in the province, as well as training or skills in an in-demand profession. They may also develop special categories to help bolster targeted industries. British Columbia, for instance, offers an immigration stream exclusively for long- and heavy-haul truck drivers, whereas Alberta recently created a pilot program targeting trades such as ironworking and carpentry.

Despite its success, restrictions to the current PNP system have resulted in some provinces struggling to fill quotas while satisfying Federal government regulations. New Federal rules have also been implemented that require many PNP applicants to show proficiency in one of Canada’s two official languages.

PNPs in Transition

Ontario is one example of the need for PNP reform. The province receives more Permanent Residents per year than any other in Canada. The vast majority of these arrive through the popular Federal Skilled Worker Class (FSWC), while only 1,000 are currently channeled through the Ontario PNP.

The FSWC has been undergoing a number of changes that are part of the government’s goal of creating a faster and more flexible immigration system. These new changes are promising for Canadian provinces, as they will better target immigrants who are well-placed to thrive in Canada’s economy. Unlike most PNP programs, a job offer is not needed to apply to the FSWC, and successful applicants may settle in any province of their choosing, except Quebec. While applications are not currently being accepted for the Skilled Worker category of the FSWC, changes to program regulations are expected to come into force in January 2013.

The FSWC will help attract immigrants with the education and experience needed to excel in Canada. However, provinces such as Ontario wish to complement this program with PNPs that can bring in immigrants whose profiles are particularly sought after in their province. During a recent meeting in Halifax, premiers from across the country urged the Federal government to allow their provinces greater flexibility in achieving their immigration goals.

“We want more space to be able to make our decisions about which immigrants will come to our provinces, where they will be settled and how many we’ll get,” said one premier.

The Federal government has been working with provinces to help them do so in a more efficient manner. One important proposed plan is the creation of an Expression of Interest (EOI) system. This system, which will be modeled on ones already in place in Australia and New Zealand, will create a pool of skilled applicants from which provinces may select candidates. Greater details regarding an EOI system and other changes to PNPs are forthcoming.

Options for Applicants Today

There are a number of options currently available for Permanent Residency applicants. Because every PNP is different, interested applicants may find themselves more suitable for some provinces than others. In addition, they may consider the FSWC and Quebec Skilled Worker programs as a path to Permanent Residency.

For the FSCW (opening in 2013), applicants must:

Have at least 1 year of full time work experience in the last 10 years;
Demonstrate at least an Adequate-Intermediate language proficiency in English or French (Canadian Language Benchmark: 7);
Obtain at least 67 points on the new point grid (based on language proficiency, age, work experience, education and adaptability etc.);
Have their foreign education credentials assessed, authenticated and given an equivalent value in Canada

For the Quebec Skilled Worker (currently open and accepting applications), applicants must:

Obtain at least 49 points on a 57-point grid;
Have at least a high school degree;
Have a degree or diploma in one of 110 areas of training/fields of study

“Individuals who are committed to settling in a specific province should pay close attention to any changes being made in upcoming months,” said Attorney David Cohen. “However, they should also be aware of other popular options, such as the FSWC and Quebec Skilled Worker programs. The Quebec Skilled Worker program is currently accepting applications for Permanent Residency, while proactive applicants are already preparing their files in anticipation of the FSWC opening soon.”

With provinces more than ever seeking to attract newcomers to their cities and towns, it appears that Canada has never been more welcoming.

To learn more about Provincial Nomination or one of Canada’s 60-plus immigration programs, please fill out a free online immigration assessment.

 

[mankc]

Hi mankc,

I'm no expert, but think you fall into the following:

Bachelor of Computer Science is equivalent to "Sciences de l'informatique", which for foreign degrees is in the 6-point grid with code U115 (see page 1).

I think your wife's category would depend on her specialisation. I couldn't find anything in the grids for "économie", but accounting ("comptabilité") for example, is worth 6 points for a foreign degree.

However, in the List of Areas of Training (see page 12), a foreign Economics degree is worth 0 points. So it looks like she won't get any points for that.

(I was going to post links to the tables and list of areas of training, but it won't let me. I suggest you do a search if you want to look for yourself.)

Hope that helps.

Thanks Fruju,

I really appreciate the light you have shed into this.
I understand you are not an expert.

Thank you though. I will research it more and will say something to you once am done with my research.
I understand you are a student there too.

Thats very interesting because I started apply for a masters program in Montreal
when I realized that this is a better way of migrating if one qualifies.

I would want to find out more about studing there too.
But I might be breaking the rules of this great forum talking about studying here,
may be I can write you an email(if you give me your email address) if that is ok for you.
Thanks all

 

[nn234]

hi, what is the processing time for an Indian ( falls under Hong Kong Office) under Quebec Skilled Worker Program who has area of training of 12 points ?? How many years to get the Selection Certificate after he has given the application??

Thanks

 

[KianaN]

Hi freinds plzzzzzz reply ???


I was born on 28/07/1977 , I am going to apply for Qubec in January 2013,

how many points I will get for my age,16?????? :'(

plz reply very soon , if I don't get 16 , I have trouble on my points

 

[Amirjs]

Hi freinds plzzzzzz reply ???


I was born on 28/07/1977 , I am going to apply for Qubec in January 2013,

how many points I will get for my age,16?????? :'(

plz reply very soon , if I don't get 16 , I have trouble on my points

If you did not complete 35 years when you receive AOR you should get 16 points...
You will complete 35 years in 28/7/2013 so i think you should be ok

Cheers