On December 9, 2025, the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, Francisation et Integration (MIFI) published the results of the 79th invitation round in Quebec’s online system Arrima, which were conducted on December 4, 2025.
MIFI invited 605 candidates under Stream 1(Highly qualified and specialized skills), 604 candidates under Stream 2 (Intermediate and manual skills), 649 candidates under Stream 3 (Regulated professions), and 12 candidates under Stream 4 (Exceptional talent). Last year, Quebec invited 24,144 candidates through the regular Arrima draws. In 2025, MIFI invited 2,910 candidates.
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December 10, 2025
On December 5, 2025, Manitoba held the invitation round #259 under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP).
The province invited 184 skilled workers under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Workers Overseas streams as part of a strategic recruitment initiative.
In this round, 61 invitations were extended to candidates with a valid Express Entry profile number and a job seeker validation code.
This year, the MPNP invited 7,281 candidates, and 1,343 of them received invitations in the Express Entry system.
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December 8, 2025
On November 28, 2025, the Quebec Ministry of Immigration, Francisation et Integration (MIFI) published the results of a new invitation round in Quebec’s online system Arrima.
In this draw, the province issued six supplementary invitations for permanent selection under special provisions of the Quebec Immigration Act.
These candidates were originally scheduled to receive their invitations during the July 31 selection round; however, a technical issue in the system delayed their issuance at that time.
This year, MIFI invited 1,040 candidates under Arrima. Since the launch of Arrima in July 2019, the Government of Quebec has invited 56,877 foreign nationals in 78 draws to apply for immigration to Quebec.
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December 1, 2025
The province of Manitoba recently conducted its Expression of Interest (EOI) Draw #258, part of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), as it continues its efforts to strengthen its skilled workforce. This draw serves as a critical mechanism for selecting candidates who possess the necessary skills and qualifications to meet specific labor market demands within the province.
The Manitoba PNP system plays a vital role in addressing labor shortages across various sectors. By regularly inviting candidates through the EOI system, the province can efficiently select individuals whose profiles align closely with current economic needs. This strategic approach ensures that immigration contributes directly to supporting local businesses and fostering economic growth, rather than creating additional strain on existing services.
Through the Expression of Interest process, candidates are evaluated based on a comprehensive set of criteria, including education level, professional experience, language proficiency, and ties to Manitoba. Draw #258 confirms the province's ongoing commitment to this systematic selection process. It allows Manitoba to identify high-potential newcomers who are most likely to successfully integrate into the local community and labor force.
This consistent application of targeted immigration policies through regular draws demonstrates Manitoba's dedication to maintaining a stable and growing economy. The program aims to ensure that selected individuals not only contribute their skills immediately but also plan for long-term settlement, further enriching the province’s diverse population base and supporting sustainable economic development.
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November 28, 2025