What are the key requirements for Quebec — PEQ (graduates)?

Key gates Northway checks: French at NCLC 7 or higher; A credential from a Canadian institution. Always verify the full criteria on the official page.

How should I use this page?

As orientation for self-assessment. Run your Northway profile to see how this pathway fits you — it is not a decision about your case.

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Quebec — PEQ (graduates)

PEQ for Quebec graduates — program status is uncertain. We do not treat it as a reliable open route.

Who it's for

Graduates of eligible Quebec institutions — confirm current rules on MIFI before planning.

Key requirements

French at NCLC 7 or higher
A credential from a Canadian institution

Requirements are simplified for planning. Always confirm the full, current criteria on the official page before you apply.

Estimated processing time

Two steps: obtain a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ) via MIFI/Arrima, then apply for federal PR. Timelines vary; confirm current estimates on the official sites.

Source: official data, verified Jun 1, 2026

IRCC forward-looking processing time

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Official source

Open the official program page

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Common questions

What is Quebec — PEQ (graduates)?: PEQ for Quebec graduates — program status is uncertain. We do not treat it as a reliable open route.
What are the key requirements for Quebec — PEQ (graduates)?: Key gates Northway checks: French at NCLC 7 or higher; A credential from a Canadian institution. Always verify the full criteria on the official page.
How should I use this page?: As orientation for self-assessment. Run your Northway profile to see how this pathway fits you — it is not a decision about your case.