Categories: Federal Skilled Worker Program FSWP

Quebec vs. the Express Entry System

If you live and work in Quebec can you apply through the Express Entry System?

Quebec does not use the Express Entry system. Instead, they prefer to choose their own skilled workers. So, applications that come from Quebec will not be prioritized through the Express Entry System.

Of course, there is an exception, and that takes place if you are planning to work outside of Quebec but for a Quebec-based company still.

Are there issues to keep in mind?

Even though Quebec chooses their own immigrants, they still follow Canada’s guidelines as to whom is allowed to be let in. Some of the reasons you would be denied are:

Security Reasons:

Attempts to overthrow government
Violence
Terrorism, or;
Being a member in an organization that is involved in any of the above organized crimes

Human or international right violations:

War crimes
Crimes against humanity
If you’re a senior official and involved in human rights violations
Committing a crime that is punishable for a max. of 10 years jail time in Canada
Health grounds- endangering public or in need of excessive health/social services
Financial reasons- not able to support yourself or family members
Misrepresentation- giving false information
Not complying with any section of the IRPA
Having a member of your family whom is inadmissible may also play a role

If you still haven’t decided if Quebec is the right choice for you, make sure that you do some research. Here are 6 simple steps in order to help prepare you for your next step:

Find out about Quebec- do your research about everything; housing, work, etc.
Evaluate online your chances of being selected in Quebec
Submit your immigration application
Prepare yourself for the integration to Quebec
Proceed to Immigration upon your arrival to Quebec
Take the appropriate steps in order to integrate successfully into Quebec

Just remember, that Quebec does NOT deal with the Express Entry System so it is possible that your process will take time.

If you need any help with the decision to go to Quebec or continue through the Express Entry System please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help guide you comfortably throughout your entire process.

Giovanni

Giovanni Crescenzi received his Bachelor with Honours from the University of Ottawa and has been working in the immigration field for approximately three years. He works very closely with clients, assisting them in achieving their goals. Prior to working with Akrami & Associates, Giovanni gained valuable work experience with the Federal Government of Canada before working with another large and well respect Immigration Law Firm. Giovanni has assisted in the successful completion of a large number of cases ranging from permanent to temporary matters. He has a wealth of experience in processing a variety of different case types. Giovanni is currently working towards his membership with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council as an Immigration Consultant.