Arrima Draw Jan 2026: 1,450 Invites (Score 580)

The Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration (MIFI) of Quebec conducted a new Arrima draw on January 29, 2026. This draw marks a dynamic resumption of invitations for the Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP), with targeted criteria reflecting Quebec's urgent labor market needs.

Official Arrima Draw Results - January 29, 2026

Draw date	January 29, 2026
Number of invitations	1,450 candidates
Minimum score required	580 points
Program	RSWP (Regular Skilled Worker Program)
Targeted sectors	IT, Healthcare, Engineering, Skilled Trades

Cut-off Score Analysis: Why 580 Points?

The 580-point score represents a slight increase from late 2025 draws (average 560-575 points). This increase is explained by:

• Influx of new applications: Over 45,000 new profiles created in Arrima since October 2025
• Improved existing profiles: Many candidates have improved their French and obtained diploma evaluations
• MIFI's precise targeting: The ministry favors highly qualified profiles in shortage sectors

Profiles Targeted by Quebec in 2026

MIFI actively targets professionals in the following fields:

1. Information Technology (NOC 21xxx)

• Software developers (NOC 21232) - Very high demand
• Cybersecurity analysts (NOC 21220)
• IT managers and project managers (NOC 20012)
• Artificial intelligence specialists
• Mobile application developers

2. Healthcare Sector (NOC 31xxx, 32xxx)

• Registered nurses (NOC 31301) - Critical shortage
• Medical and laboratory technicians (NOC 32120)
• Nurse aides and orderlies (NOC 33102)
• Physiotherapists and occupational therapists

3. Engineering and Construction (NOC 21xxx, 22xxx)

• Civil engineers (NOC 21300)
• Mechanical engineers (NOC 21301)
• Electrical engineers (NOC 21310)
• Civil engineering technicians

4. Skilled Trades (NOC 72xxx, 73xxx)

• Welders and machine operators (NOC 72106)
• Industrial electricians (NOC 72201)
• Industrial mechanics (NOC 72400)
• Plumbers and pipefitters

Arrima Draw Predictions 2026: What to Expect?

Based on current trends and MIFI announcements, here are our predictions for Arrima draws in 2026:

Projected Draw Schedule 2026

• February 2026: 1,200-1,500 invitations expected, estimated score 575-590 points
• March 2026: Possible targeted draw for healthcare sector (potentially lower score: 520-550)
• April-May 2026: Resumption of regular draws, 1,500-2,000 invitations per draw
• Summer 2026: More frequent draws to meet Quebec's immigration targets

Quebec Immigration Targets 2026

Quebec aims to welcome 52,000 to 55,000 economic immigrants in 2026, including:

• 25,000 through RSWP (Regular Skilled Worker Program)
• 15,000 through PEQ (Quebec Experience Program) - currently under review
• 10,000 through business and investor programs

Strategies to Improve Your Arrima Score

If your current score is below 580 points, here are the most effective strategies:

1. Improve Your French (Up to +120 points)

French is the most important factor in the Arrima grid:

• NCLC 7 (B2): Good base score
• NCLC 8-9 (C1): Excellent score, +50-80 additional points
• NCLC 10+ (C2): Maximum French score

Tip: Register for TEF Canada or TCF Canada and prepare intensively for 2-3 months.

2. Get a Validated Job Offer (+200 points)

A job offer validated by MIFI can add up to 200 points to your score. Target Quebec employers in your field via:

• LinkedIn and Quebec job sites (Jobboom, Indeed Quebec)
• Journées Québec organized in Morocco and abroad
• International recruitment missions

3. Get Your Diplomas Evaluated

Obtain a Comparative Evaluation of Studies (ECA) from MIFI or a WES evaluation to maximize your education points.

CSQ Processing Times 2026

After receiving your invitation, you have 60 days to submit your CSQ application. Current processing times are:

• Average CSQ processing time: 6 to 12 months
• Federal permanent residence application: 12 to 18 additional months
• Total estimated time: 18 to 30 months from draw to PR

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