Immigrate to Canada under Quebec program

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1 Immigrate to Canada under Quebec program Abhinav Outsourcings Pvt. Ltd.

2 Canada Immigration and Canadian Permanent Residence Visa- Important Notice Starting July 1st 2012, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has temporarily stopped accepting any new applications under the Federal Skilled worker program (FSWP), the Federal Investor program and the Federal entrepreneur program. CIC will start accepting new applications again in early 2013 as per new revised selection criteria, expected to be announced late 2012 or early Please note that applicants with arranged employment opinion or a qualifying job offer or PhD criteria may continue to file their applications. In addition, applicants under provincial nominee programs for businessmen and investors will continue to be accepted. Those willing to learn French language and if qualified under training factor, can also file under the Quebec skilled worker program and Immigrate to Canada! Our advice Immigration options worldwide are getting limited and restrictive. More importantly, all options irrespective of the country - are quota based and one would do well to keep the file ready for filing. For Canada FSW, business and investor applications, meeting all documentation requirements can take around 3-4 months and hence, it makes sense to start your documentation process now so as to be ready for filing the application when new selection criteria is announced in early 2013 by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). Do NOT hold on to file preparation till new announcement is made! Because if qualified, those who are ready with file and required documents will have an edge over others and will thus be able to file the application before quota gets over. In addition, each immigrant aspirant should now adopt a policy of willingness to file concurrent applications for different countries. So, for now if qualified for permanent residence visa to Australia and New Zealand (countries where there is NO suspension for acceptance of new applications) immediately and at the earliest. Then when Canadian selection criteria are announced and if you are qualified for that, then apply for that as well. If NOT qualified, at least you are in the queue for Australia or New Zealand. If qualified and willing to file for Canada as well Australia, then whichever country gives you the permanent residence visa first is the country you should opt for. In nutshell, move to the country where his permanent residence visa application gets accepted! This is the new-age strategy that prospective immigrants should adopt. We will be pleased to assist you for assessment and file your application under possible alternate immigration options right now as also prepare your file for future filing under Canada FSW program, if you get qualified. ABHINAV has worked out special fee packages for concurrent filing! What we need from you to conduct a free of charge assessment is following: Your resume updated Spouse s resume if applicable Details (number and age) of children if applicable You can send these documents directly to Ajay Sharma, founder and principal consultant for a free of charge assessment on his mail web@abhinav.com

3 Contents 1. About ABHINAV 2. Why Pick ABHINAV as Your immigration Advisor? 3. Why ABHINAV for Quebec Immigration Programs? 4. Quebec Province 5. Employment Opportunities in Quebec 6. Eligibility Criteria 7. Application Process 8. Application Processing Fee 9. How Vital Proficiency in French Is For Quebec Immigration! 10. Optional Service Profile Of Yvon Guerin 11. Contact Us

4 About Abhinav We are the change makers in people s lives where it matters the most. Bridging geographical barriers and connecting worlds is our motto. We believe in helping to live a quality life which you and your family truly deserve. So, as global immigration and visa specialists, we play an important role in helping people select their new settlement destination. Established in 1994, ABHINAV is an Immigration and Visa Consultancy firm catering to every possible immigration needs of its clients. We have a network of offices in all the major cities in India with experienced staff and seasoned international associates including professionals, lawyers and authorized representatives in all the major countries. We are ideally positioned to assist our clients in choosing the right immigration destination and handholding them through the entire immigration process. Our understanding of concurrent immigration rules and procedures and learning through past precedents in managing various immigration and visa situations ensures proper presentation of application forms and the overall credentials of our clients. ABHINAV caters to those seeking living and work options to all major countries such as Canada (Federal and Quebec), Australia, UK, Denmark, Singapore, New Zealand, Hong Kong and other popular destinations. Our USP is our transparency with clients at all stages of application process. Our services include all forms of immigration and visa applications such as Permanent Resident and Skilled Migrant visas, Investor and Business immigration applications, Temporary Work Permits and so on. Filing pleas and appeals against rejected and refused applications is our forte. Ajay Sharma is the Founder at ABHINAV. In his vast industry experience, he has worked with an array of clients from both India and abroad and continues to gain respect for his solution-oriented approach to complicated immigration and visa issues. His blog at on immigration and visa matters is among the most read in the world. With our solution based approach, all we need is our clients to think beyond limits so that we can put our best foot forward. This provides us the challenge to perform better and exploit our expertise making each of our cases, a big success. So, let experience stand by your side in this life changing decision called Immigration!

5 Why Pick ABHINAV as Your immigration Advisor? 1) Started way back in 1994, ABHINAV is a pioneer in the immigration consulting business. 2) ABHINAV website ( is amongst world most visited immigration focussed website. 3) Almost 99% of ABHINAV clients sign from word-of-mouth reference. 4) Ajay Sharma-founder & principal consultant of ABHINAV-is amongst the pioneers of Immigration consulting business in India; well known and respected by worldwide immigration fraternity but still directly assessable to company clients in most of the situations! 5) ABHINAV is known for in-time response, results and transparency in dealings. Through contract of engagement, made available to a prospect prior to payment, the client knows the terms of engagement with our company. 6) ABHINAV is amongst the few companies in India that offers optional services of authorised and licensed representatives for all three major destinations Canada (for both Federal & Quebec process), Australia, and New Zealand. Ask this question of World s /India s/asia s Number One immigration consultants to know of their reality - they are mere documentation companies with NO authority to represent clients interests with any government immigration agencies! They only prepare and dispatch the file, and after that leave the client to fend for self for rest of the process. Do ask this question of other consulting companies and then compare ABHINAV services, industry standing and pricing. 7) ABHINAV provides clients beginning-to-end solution, unlike most companies without authorised representatives who only offer documentation assistance with no authority to assist clients in any other way. 8) Clients get RESPONSE from ABHINAV; whatever be the situation and if that does not happen the matter is fast-tracked -first to the COO and then to the CEO- within no time! 9) ABHINAV has a very able and experienced team in the back-office; this is a life-changing decision and you should not be dealing with rookies. 10) ABHINAV consulting fee is reasonable for what we bring on the table for our clients. You get top international services, at the Indian prices. 11) Being in immigration consulting business since 1994, gives ABHINAV knowledge and understanding through precedents of earlier applications. We learn through failures and successes and apply that knowledge for the effective management of the present and future files. And, this is very helpful to our clients. Interested in hiring services of India s oldest, trusted and most referred immigration consultant? Send the following, to web@abhinav.com, for a free assessment of your profile by none other than Ajay Sharma the principal consultant, ABHINAV and pioneer of immigration consulting in India. Do it NOW! Your updated resume If married & applicable, spousal resume If applicable, number of children and their age

6 Why ABHINAV for Quebec Immigration Programs? ABHINAV is one of the very few Immigration advisory companies in the world that has extensive experience in filing and processing client applications under the Quebec Skilled Worker program. A highly demanding program with differential qualifying criteria and a complex set of factors, this program requires understanding which comes only against experience in managing applications under the program. We provide real value addition to each and every immigration application. We analyze and prepare applications as per individual needs. Our client s files are accompanied by cover petitions that identify laws and reasons why our clients should be granted the visa. Where opted, we provide approved authorized services to our clients. Our offices are company operated and managed. Our professionals are experienced with cumulative experience of over 100 years in Immigration and Visa industry. We have an excellent and an experienced network of international associates and service providers. Such enduring relationships ensure that we are updated and well-informed on the latest happenings and changes. Almost 90 percent of the new business comes from existing clients referrals which speak of the respect and reputation that our company enjoys. While very rarely our client s applications are refused after filing, our consulting fee refund terms are client friendly and range from 50 percent to 100 percent in most cases. Filing an immigration application requires understanding of immigration laws, procedures and most importantly, their interpretation and implementation by officers and consulate staff. With experience and knowledge gained out of managing thousands of applications since 1994, ABHINAV is best suited to be the immigration and visa advisor for those seeking options for migration. Our fee is reasonable and affordable. We have e-packages for servicing our clients located all across the world. In this age of Internet and e-commerce, we are able to service people irrespective of where they are based using well tried and trusted e-documents and forms, guidance and checklist procedures. Using our well located regional network of offices in Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Mumbai and Hyderabad and associate offices in various immigration destinations, we are ideally placed to service your immigration mandate. Accessibility to its top management starting with Ajay Sharma - Founder, Principal Consultant and Managing Director is the USP of the company. An Economist by profession and an immigration industry veteran since 1994, he is among the most trusted and well respected immigration specialist in the world. He can always be reached at web@abhinav.com.

7 Quebec Province From the plush malls to the serene countryside Quebec has it all! Quebec is the largest Canadian province by size and the second largest in population. What lures people here is the quality of life offered along with the constant boom in its economy which caters to stable growth and development of the province. This province is a major contributor to the overall growth and development of the nation. When it comes to immigration, Canada is one of the most sought after destinations in the world. Quebec being the largest province in Canada offers loads of opportunities for foreign migrants who wish to live and work in the province. For professionals, the Quebec Skilled Worker program and for investors, the Quebec Immigrant Investor program, offers the best options for intending migrants. At the same time, it caters to a cost of living which is affordable based on the income in the province. All the major aspects and services such as housing, health care, education, child-care services as well as taxes are aimed to be within an affordable level. Also, it is the only province in entire Canada which has a French speaking population. Montreal Montreal is the largest city in Quebec and the second largest in Canada. Considered as one of the better cities in the world; it is the main hub for industry, commerce, finance, technology and other world affairs. It is host to some of the leading industries in the world offering employment to millions of people both residents and immigrants The city offers a society which is multicultural as well as cosmopolitan; thus making it easier for any foreigner to come and settle down in this city. From variety in cuisines to different cultures, nothing could be missed out here. Above all, the province caters to a society which is open, democratic and secular in all aspects. As a prospective destination for immigration, it is definitely one of those places which have to be considered seriously before actually moving to the next prospective destination.

8 Employment Opportunities in Quebec For any applicant, the first concern is always the financial security. This is especially true when a person decides to immigrate. Quebec is the largest province in Canada which is thriving with professional opportunities and has one of the lowest unemployment rates in Canada. When it comes to the economy of Quebec, it is highly diversified catering to numerous opportunities for its immigrants and residents. Here is a list of some of the most productive industries in the province. These include the following: Aerospace Industry Information Technology Finance Health Industry Biotechnology Tourism Transportation Agriculture Optics and Photonics Hydroelectricity Mining The list does not end here. When it comes to these industries in Quebec, they are one of the best in the world or leaders in Canada itself. These industries employ millions of people which include many immigrants. In order to live and work in Quebec, a foreign migrant has to apply for immigration under the Quebec Skilled Worker program. It has to be remembered that this program is different from that of the Skilled Migrant program offered by Federal Canada. Contact us to get information on employers as well as a list of industries and economy sectors functioning in Quebec.

9 Quebec Skilled Migrant Program Eligibility Criteria The qualifying criteria for Quebec Skilled Worker program are completely different from that of Federal Canada program for skilled professionals. The criteria have been devised by the provincial authorities of Quebec as per the immigration requirements of the province and under the Canada-Quebec Accord on Immigration. When it comes to selecting its set of prospective applicants, Quebec especially looks into the aspect of adaptability for its future migrants. Based on this aspect, the eligibility requirements have been brought about which have to be satisfied by each applicant applying for Quebec Selection Certificate under the Skilled Workers Program. The eligibility criteria include the following: Intention to Live and Work in Quebec: All applicants applying for this program must intend to live and work in Quebec. They should also be able to demonstrate that they have the skills and ability to contribute to the provincial economy. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom permits all permanent residents and citizens to live and work in any of the 10 provinces and 3 territories in Canada. Educational Qualifications: All applicants have to be academically qualified who could cater to the economy of Quebec. A minimum of a diploma has to be possessed by the prospective immigrant. This diploma should be equivalent to either a Secondary School Diploma or a Diploma in Vocational Studies or a degree under the Education System of Quebec. Training Factor: Applicants can earn points if their earned qualifications fall under the designated and applicable list of foreign earned qualifications. Where qualifications are unrelated, one can claim credit if such an unrelated qualification is earned in the five year period preceding the filing of the application. Professional Experience: Applicants can claim points for maximum of four years of experience. French and English Language Skills: Quebec Skilled Migrant program is the only one its kind where credits are given for oral and understanding aspects of French and English language. One can claim points under the French and English language factors only against submission of the related DELF and IELTS tests scores. Financial Security: The applicant must have sufficient funds to support self and dependents during the initials days of landing in Quebec. The funds requirements for Quebec skilled program are very low. Other factors include age, a validated employment offer, number and age of dependent children, qualifications of the spouse and so on.

10 Quebec Skilled Migrant Program - Application Process An applicant has to apply separately for immigration to Quebec. The procedure for Quebec is independent than that of Federal Canada. The following steps are involved in the application procedure: Application Filing: The first step in this process is the filling and filing of the visa application at the Quebec Immigration Visa Post. Take note that all the incomplete applications are rejected. Mandatory documents have to be provided with the application for it to be processed further. Based on the credentials and documents provided by the applicant, it would be decided by the visa officer, whether or not the candidate qualifies for the next stage. Personal Interview*: This is an important part of the selection procedure. This interview is conducted to assess the applicant as a potential migrant. The Visa Officer evaluates the level of adaptability along with the necessary skills that could prove him to be a successful migrant in Quebec. The oral skills in French would also be evaluated completely. Venue for the Interview: This interview is conducted at the place where the application has been filed. The Government of Quebec may send their delegation of visa officers to specific nations for these interviews to be conducted. In case of applicants from Asia, Hong Kong is the designated visa post. So, if an Asian applicant qualifies for an interview, he would have to fly to Hong Kong at his own expense. However, if the interview is scheduled to take place in the nation where the applicant is residing, it would usually be conducted at the Canadian Consulate of that particular nation. In the recent past, interviews for Quebec Skilled Migrant program have been conducted at nearest Canadian High Commission rather than at Hong Kong. Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ): All the successful applicants and their accompanying family members (post interview or those exempted) would be issued a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) or the Cértificat du Sélection du Québec. Here, one has to be aware that this certificate is not the Permanent Visa. Medical & Security Clearances: The application along with the CSQ has to be filed at the federal level for the medical and security checks to be conducted. Further instructions would be given as to how to go about the process. For security checks, the applicant has to present documents which prove his identity and civil status. A police clearance certificate should also be accompanied with these documents. In case of medical clearances, a medical examination by a physician is required. This physician should be approved by Citizen and Immigration Canada. The Permanent Resident Visa would be issued after the above is approved by the federal authorities. The visa stamping on travel documents and on the landing papers would be done by the federal authorities. * Those proficient in French and qualify under other selecting factors might be exempted from this personal interview. Final decision on giving such exemption lies with the visa officer.

11 Application Processing Fee For the visa application to be accepted by the High Commission, an application fee has to be paid. An application would not be processed further without the payment of the appropriate amount in Canadian dollars. The applicant has to first pay to the Government of Quebec and then to Federal Government. Quebec Skilled Workers / Professionals Processing Fees The below mentioned fee has to be submitted at the relevant visa post. However, this fee is subject to change without any prior notice. NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE QUEBEC APPLICATION: Principal Applicant CAD 765 Spouse CAD 164 Each Child CAD 164 FEDERAL STAGE HIGH COMMISSION FEE NON- RFEUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE Principal Applicant INR Spouse and each dependent child above 22 years INR Each Child below 22 years INR 7350 REFUNDABLE RIGHT OF LANDING FEE (IF APPLICATION IS REFUSED) Principal Applicant INR Spouse INR All Government fee are subject to change without notice; 2. Check on precise applicable fee amount in Indian Rupees from our staff. 3. One CAD = INR 53/- approximately

12 QUEBEC SKILLED WORKER PROGRAM APPLICATION PROCESS Application Filing at Quebec Immigration Visa Post If qualified Evaluates for: Personal Interview at Designated Visa Post/Canadian Consulate - Potential Migrant - Adaptability - French language skills Quebec Selection Certificate / Cértificat du Sélection du Québec (CSQ) Filing Application with CSQ at Federal Level Medical & Security Clearances Visa Stamping

13 How Vital Proficiency in French Is For Quebec Immigration! French is the most widely spoken language in the province of Quebec. Knowledge of French is critical when it comes to filing an application for immigration to Canada under Quebec Skilled Worker Program. This is altogether a different issue that myths and misconceptions surrounding this criterion exist in plenty, with the most common being the growing perception that those who do not know the French language are ineligible to apply. This is incorrect as knowledge of French language is just one of the many skills sought by the Quebec Immigration authorities. This includes education; number of years of experience, occupation is which experience is earned, language factor, application spousal credentials, and number of children, financial capability, and visa officers assessment on personal suitability, among many others. If one meets the pass-mark and selection criteria without consideration of the language factor points, then a successful application can still be filed even if the applicant does not know or learn French. However, meeting requirements without consideration of language points in a highly unlikely scenario in almost most cases and for such applicants it will become a requirement that they appear in French and English language tests and provide the scores in both the language along with the application form. This implies that an applicant should learn French language, appear in French language test, also appear in IELTS test and THEN file the application under the Quebec skilled worker program. Those who are unwilling to learn the French language or those who lack the aptitude or the time to learn the same should not file an application under the Quebec Skilled Worker Program. As simple as that! No rocket science! Lack of knowledge of French language by the time interview is scheduled will mean clear refusal. Quebec skilled worker program is an excellent option for applicants who are not interested in any other immigration destination except Canada and are not qualified to make an application under Canada Federal or Canada Provincial Nominee programs or other immigration destinations for various reasons. When not qualified for ANY destination but still interested in Migrating to a developed country like Canada, then why not Quebec program? Quebec is a great province to make your home. Also remember that in the process one also learns a widely accepted international language and will be a credit on ones resume. Post landing in Canada, it will also improve the employment prospects for those who take the initiative to learn the language as both French and English are official languages in Canada. So for investing a few months in learning French language, one can hope get permanent resident visa within months. Do remember, however, that French being the most widely spoken language in Quebec does not mean or imply that the local residents of Quebec do not speak English. The City of Montreal is just one of the many shining examples of the cosmopolitan cities in Quebec and Canada. The point based eligibility criteria is definitely an important part for an application to be processed further under the program, and it has a wide range of components.

14 OPTIONAL SERVICE PROFILE OF YVON GUERIN ABHINAV clients have an option of being represented by Mr. Yvon Guerin, who meets the requirements of being a Quebec registered authorized representative. His registration number in the Registre quebecois der consultants en immigration is His ICCRC number is R His employment and professional career spanning almost 40 years, includes more than 20 years in the field of Canadian Immigration in general, and Quebec Immigration in particular. Mr. Yvon Guerin has worked with various Quebec Government agencies and has also been self employed. Mr. Guerin worked with Government of Quebec - Ministry of Immigration, as an immigration counselor for almost 10 years, and during the period his profile and work areas can be summarized as follows: Responsibilities abroad: Immigration manager in Hong Kong, Beirut and Rome; in Paris, manager of North Africa; head officer in Buenos Aires, Sao Paolo, Rome and Damascus. Responsibilities in Montreal: Manager of Refugee department; Manager of ministerial cases department; sponsorship department; Training of new counselors; Manager of Middle East zone. Mr. Guerin has excellent knowledge of Quebec Immigration matters being an ex-officer with Quebec Immigration agencies. He is based in Quebec a requirement for Immigration consultants who wish to service clients interested in Quebec Immigration. He is an authorized representative and is mentioned on Quebec domain registered for Immigration consultants and with the ICCRC. This option is available against payment of additional fee and is payable besides ABHINAV consulting fee. Details of total consulting fee Schedules are available on request. If the option to take services of such an authorized representative offered by ABHINAV is not availed by a client, then following should be within knowledge of the clients not availing such services: 1. ABHINAV can and will prepare the file as also guide on all documentation and forms preparation areas as also guide you through the entire Federal skilled worker process while application is being processed. 2. All correspondence to and from high commission will be undertaken at the residential address provided by the client. 3. ABHINAV as a company cannot represent the client s interest in dealings with Various Government agencies.

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