Quebec Immigration, Francization, and Integration (MIFI) has released the details of the first Arrima draw of 2020.

The draw was held on June 18 and seven invitations were issued to candidates to apply for Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ).

To be considered for the draw, candidates were:

• required to file and expression of interest (EOI) with MIFI prior to December 2019

• resided Quebec when they applied and held a study or work permit

These candidates now have 60 days to submit their application. To date, this year 30 invitation were issued as compared to 2,072 invitation in 2019.

What is Arrima and how does it work?

The Arrima immigration application management system is based on an expression of interest and has three-steps:

1. The applicants must complete an expression of interest form online and enter information, such as education, language skills, and work experience.

2. The Ministère reviews the bank of expressions of interest and issues invitations to applicants who meet certain criteria, based on labour market needs in the different regions of Québec. These applicants can submit a permanent selection application (official immigration application) and pay the required fees.

3. Applications are evaluated using the selection grid in effect.