Curious how the process in Canada works, specifically in Quebec. In US, when you apply through a relative or your employer, for example, they respond back in several months (or years

), and say - "all is good. Now just sit back an wait for 4 to 8 years

for your 'permanent resident visa' to become available. Then go through the formalities fo medical, etc., and you are in!" Is that the same way it is with Quebec? Specifically -
If the application is not rejected by Quebec, does that mean: 1) that it will eventully clear and you will be "selected by Quebec" and it's just
formality of waiting your turn in line to get a letter of acceptance by Quebec so you can then just go through the formalities with Canadian Immigration? (medical, other forms, etc.)
OR: 2) will the final decision to give you a Quebec letter of acceptance be made
after they get to your application (in 8 to 15 months, whatever the wait time ends up being)?
Thank you