The Quebec Food Processing Workers Pilot Program selects temporary workers working in Quebec in the food processing sector. This pathway was launched on the 24th of March 2021. It will accept applications from 23rd November 2023 to 31st December 2024. This Quebec immigration pathway will accept 600 applications.
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Overview
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Quebec Food Processing Workers Pilot Program you must meet the following requirements.
| Eligibility Factors | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Age | You must be at least 18 years old or above |
| Education | Must have completed either high school or a Quebec vocational diploma in a full-time program of at least one year. |
| Employed in Quebec | You must have ongoing full-time employment in Quebec in one of the eligible food processing occupations |
| Work Experience in Quebec | Must have at least 2 years of full-time work experience in Quebec. Your work experience must: – Be in one of the eligible NOC codes in the food processing industry – Must be in a company that is not owned or controlled by you – Must be acquired within the last three years from the date of application submission |
| Language Proficiency | Should score at least NCLC 7 in spoken French. Quebec accepts TCF, TEF, DALF, DELF, and TEFAQ for French proficiency tests. |
| Minimum Proof of funds | You must have at least $3588 (CAD) if any other family member does not accompany you. This amount increases with the number of members accompanying you. |
| Aim to settle in Quebec | You should intend to settle and work in Quebec permanently |
Eligible Occupations for Quebec Immigration Pilot Program for Workers in Food Processing
Your work experience and ongoing job in Quebec must be in one of the seven NOC codes in the food processing industry.
- NOC 94141 – Industrial Butchers and Meat Cutters, Poultry Preparers and Related Workers
- NOC 95106 – Laborers in Food and Beverage Processing
- NOC 95107 – Laborers in Fish and Seafood Processing
- NOC 65311 – Specialty Cleaners
- NOC 94140 – Machine and Process Operators in Food and Beverage Processing
- NOC 85100 – Laborers in the care of livestock, but only the job title chicken gatherer
- NOC 94142 – Workers in fish and seafood processing plants
Mandatory Proof of funds
Mandatory funds vary with the family members accompanying you to Quebec. While applying, you will need to sign the Financial self-sufficiency contract that states that you can sustain yourself and your family in Quebec.
| Funds for One Adult (CAD) | Funds for Two Adults (CAD) | Number of accompanying children under 18 years |
|---|---|---|
| $3,588 | $5,261 | 0 |
| $4,822 | $5,894 | 1 |
| $5,441 | $6,361 | 2 |
| $6,062 | $6,829 | 3 |
How to Apply?
To apply to the Quebec Food Processing Workers Pilot Program, you will need to follow the following steps.
- Register and create a profile on ARRIMA
- Initiate the permanent selection application for workers in food processing.
- The application has two parts – Part 1 & 2. The first part involves general information such as gender, place of birth, marital status, contact details, details about your spouse (if applicable), job offer, job description, and several others.
The second part will include a document checklist with all the mandatory documents you need to submit with your application.
- Fill in all the sections of the application and upload all the mandatory documents.
- Once you have provided all the information, pay the application fee of $895 (Canadian dollars)
- Submit the application for review.
- The MIFI (Minister of Immigration, Francization, and Integration) will request an attestation of learning about democratic values and the Quebec values. Obtain this attestation within 60 days.
- The MIFI will then review the application.
- If approved, you will get a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ – Québec selection certificate).
- Apply for a Canada PR through the Quebec Selected Skilled Workers pathway within two years of getting a CSQ.
- If approved, you will get a COPR and a PR visa. You can then immigrate to Canada and settle in Quebec as a permanent resident.
Documents Checklist for the Food Processing Workers Pilot Program
While applying for Quebec Food Processing Workers Pilot Program, you will need to submit:
- Pages from your valid passport that include the date of issue, expiry, and your personal information.
- Birth certificate
- Work/study permit (whichever is applicable)
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Language proficiency tests
- Work permits issued in the last 3 years before application
- Work certificate signed and dated by the employer that includes:
- Job title
- Duration and working hours
- Designation
- Main duties and responsibilities
- Details about the employer
- The company’s NAICS code and the Quebec Business Number
- Three salary statements for each year of work experience
- RL-1 and T4 slips for each tax year
Processing Time and Fee
The processing time for the Quebec Immigration Pilot program for Workers in Food Processing is approximately 6 months. However, it varies with individual profiles and applications. Submitting a complete and updated application will enable the MIFI to process it faster.
The application fee for Quebec Permanent Selection through the Food Processing Workers Pilot Program is $895 (CAD). You will need to pay an additional $192 each if accompanied by a spouse and a dependent child.
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