Program delivery update: Specific Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) holders currently in Quebec [R205(a) – A73] – International Mobility Program

This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.

January 13, 2023

The instructions on Specific Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) holders currently in Quebec have been updated.

The following changes have been made:

Changed the LMIA-exemption administrative code from A75 to A73
Clarified that the applicant must be the principal applicant on the permanent residence application. Proof showing that they are the principal applicant is required.
Clarified that the applicant must hold a CSQ that was issued under a specific program or pilot for Quebec.
Clarified that the CSQ for applicants under the Quebec skilled workers program includes this field name "Categorie : Travailleur qualifié", which will either have no code, or coded: IQ. The CSQ for all other applicants must have a specific code in section 9 of the CSQ. The list of acceptable codes are provided in the instructions.
Removed the instructions that applicants with an offer of employment that has a different occupation than what is specified in their CSQ are not eligible.
Removed the following instructions:
- For clarity, the following foreign nationals are eligible under this category:
  - a post-graduation work permit holder who has an offer of employment in the province of Quebec
  - a study permit holder with a co-op work permit who has an offer of employment in the province of Quebec
  - a work permit holder in one of the following categories under the International Experience Canada (IEC) Program:
    - Working Holiday
    - Young Professionals
    - International Co-op (Internship)

Updated instructions