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My PR application got refused in AB. Can I move to Quebec and apply?

Anasone

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Hi!

I was a student in AB. I finished studies , got my post graduation work permit, worked for a year then applied for PR. However, my application got declined, so can I move to Quebec study for one year and apply for immigration there? if yes, how would that work?

Regards,
 
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Hi!

I was a student in AB. I finished studies , got my post graduation work permit, worked for a year then applied for PR. However, my application got declined, so can I move to Quebec study for one year and apply for immigration there? if yes, how would that work?

Regards,
If you get accepted to a school, approved for a study permit and qualify under a Quebec stream, sure. You will not get another PGWP. As for how it works, you are going to need to actually dedicate the time to research Quebec's programs yourself for that.
 

aeya

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Also you will need to learn French and take an exam to prove that you have the level B2.
 

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One year study will not qualify you for PEQ program. You will need at least 2 years program or 1 year work experience with quebec employer.
Why was your application got rejected?
ok, i'm s bit confused now, is that really correct that one year is not enough? according to immigration-quebec website, they don't say anything about the duration of studies which is necessary for PEQ, except DEP, which must be 1800 hrs or more.
But they don't mention that, for example, master's degree has to be of specific length

https://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/immigrate-settle/students/stay-quebec/application-csq/students-peq/diploma-eligible.html

"The Québec diplomas eligible under the PEQ are:

  • Bachelor’s degree (university undergraduate)
  • Master’s degree (including an MBA)
  • Doctorate
  • Diplôme d’études collégiales techniques (DEC – Diploma of college studies, technical training)
  • Diplôme d’études professionnelles (DEP – Diploma of vocational studies) attesting to 1,800 hours or more of study
  • Diplôme d’études professionnelles (DEP – Diploma of vocational studies) followed by an attestation de spécialisation professionnelle (ASP – Attestation of vocational specialization) attesting to a minimum of 1,800 hours of continuing education and leading to a particular trade"
 

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ok, i'm s bit confused now, is that really correct that one year is not enough? according to immigration-quebec website, they don't say anything about the duration of studies which is necessary for PEQ, except DEP, which must be 1800 hrs or more.
But they don't mention that, for example, master's degree has to be of specific length

https://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/immigrate-settle/students/stay-quebec/application-csq/students-peq/diploma-eligible.html

"The Québec diplomas eligible under the PEQ are:

  • Bachelor’s degree (university undergraduate)
  • Master’s degree (including an MBA)
  • Doctorate
  • Diplôme d’études collégiales techniques (DEC – Diploma of college studies, technical training)
  • Diplôme d’études professionnelles (DEP – Diploma of vocational studies) attesting to 1,800 hours or more of study
  • Diplôme d’études professionnelles (DEP – Diploma of vocational studies) followed by an attestation de spécialisation professionnelle (ASP – Attestation of vocational specialization) attesting to a minimum of 1,800 hours of continuing education and leading to a particular trade"
My tip is to stay away from Quebec. Unless you live here, and you absolutely need to apply through this province—STAY AWAY FROM THE QUEBEC PR PROCESS!
 

Andremory87

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Why'd you say that?
I speak french and english fluently, I've done all my studies in Canada, including a Ph.D.

I am in a reputable in-demand job, and I've already spend 10 years in this country. And yet, I've been 5 years in the immigration process without yet getting my PR. All due to political games in Quebec and a highly bureaucratic power structure.

I love Montreal for so many reasons, and this is what has kept me here. But every day I wish I had gotten PR in another province before moving here. It's simply becoming impossible, especially with our current provincial anti-immigrants government—believe me, get your PR elsewhere and then move here.
 

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I speak french and english fluently, I've done all my studies in Canada, including a Ph.D.

I am in a reputable in-demand job, and I've already spend 10 years in this country. And yet, I've been 5 years in the immigration process without yet getting my PR. All due to political games in Quebec and a highly bureaucratic power structure.

I love Montreal for so many reasons, and this is what has kept me here. But every day I wish I had gotten PR in another province before moving here. It's simply becoming impossible, especially with our current provincial anti-immigrants government—believe me, get your PR elsewhere and then move here.
@PetersAdrian Golden advice there. Take it.
 

Andremory87

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But, why don't you guys apply for express entry? I heard it takes only 6 months to get RP if you have enough work experience and education. I remember one of my colleague did the same. And she got pr in like 4 5 months.
Because you're not allowed to apply for express entry if you live in Quebec. You would have to quit your job and move to another province.
 
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Because you're not allowed to apply for express entry if you live in Quebec. You would have to quit your job and move to another province.
Not necessarily. I know that's how it's supposed to be but I personally know people who convinced the visa officers that they would move, but as soon as they got their PR they kept working here. Been 2 years for them and no problems until now.
 

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Not necessarily. I know that's how it's supposed to be but I personally know people who convinced the visa officers that they would move, but as soon as they got their PR they kept working here. Been 2 years for them and no problems until now.
I know people who applied Express Entry from Quebec and got rejected too. Some were asked to show proof of moving out of Quebec like a moving company receipt, driving license from Ontario and even leasing agreements. The odds are 50-50. Those who got away with Express Entry have nothing to worry about even if they continue living in Quebec as Canadian Mobility rights takes precedence.

My reason to stay in Quebec is because I like my employer and the project. Thats the only reason I am staying in Quebec despite all these idiosyncrasies. I have enough and more points to qualify for Express Entry which I would have applied in 2016 and would have been a citizen by now. Its just because I liked my employer.

Issuing a CSQ has become more of a political issue than attracting skilled workers in Quebec now.
That is the reason why I encourage skilled workers to apply for Express Entry.
 

Andremory87

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Ohh, i didn't know that. How many months passed after you applied?
I think after 15 month they approve our application
5 years and waiting. The thing is you need to get quebec approval, and then federal approval. But there was a political mess last year, and they cancelled most PR applications (so I had to start from zero). Just forget about quebec, don't even try
 
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I know people who applied Express Entry from Quebec and got rejected too. Some were asked to show proof of moving out of Quebec like a moving company receipt, driving license from Ontario and even leasing agreements. The odds are 50-50. Those who got away with Express Entry have nothing to worry about even if they continue living in Quebec as Canadian Mobility rights takes precedence.

My reason to stay in Quebec is because I like my employer and the project. Thats the only reason I am staying in Quebec despite all these idiosyncrasies. I have enough and more points to qualify for Express Entry which I would have applied in 2016 and would have been a citizen by now. Its just because I liked my employer.

Issuing a CSQ has become more of a political issue than attracting skilled workers in Quebec now.
That is the reason why I encourage skilled workers to apply for Express Entry.
The people you knew, did they send the evidence when they were asked or they sent it upfront? I am thinking of going through the Express entry route and just want to know which way most of the people succeeded in doing so. The people I know, just sent a letter of intent when they applied and sent further evidence like conversations with recruiters and property dealers when they were asked for evidence towards the end of their application. Do you know what evidence your friends gave in?
 
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Df.Set

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Hi!

I was a student in AB. I finished studies , got my post graduation work permit, worked for a year then applied for PR. However, my application got declined, so can I move to Quebec study for one year and apply for immigration there? if yes, how would that work?

Regards,
Reason why your application as declined ???
Second thing No matter where you are when you apply for PR you applying to CANADA! and not to a province ...
So what is mean that they already know that you where refused and you trying for second time ... what you think that will be the answer and the decision ???
 
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