Quebec Occupation in-demand list

Quebec has recently released the details of the occupation in its Areas of Training list. The Regular Skilled Worker Program (RSWP) is the main source for skilled workers who want to settle in Quebec as a permanent resident. You have to make sure that your profession is listed in the Quebec occupation in-demand list, that shows the occupations that are facing a shortage of skilled workers in the province. 

Your application for QSWP is assessed and is awarded points based on various criteria that include Education, Area of Training, Language skills, etc. The following table illustrates how points are calculated for Quebec Immigration:

Quebec Occupation In-Demand List 2026

The list of occupations in high demand for immigration from Quebec is regularly updated because it shows the occupations facing a shortage of skilled workers in the labor market.

The following list shows the occupations that are in high demand in Quebec:

1. Human Resource Managers (NOC – 0112)
2. Banking, Credit and other Investment managers (NOC – 0122)
3. Engineering Managers (NOC – 0211)
4. Computer and Information System Managers (NOC – 0213)
5. Administrator – Post-secondary Education and Vocational Training (NOC – 0421)
6. Sales, Marketing and Advertising Managers (NOC – 0611)
7. Manufacturing Managers (NOC – 0911)
8. Financial Auditors and Accountants (NOC – 1111) 
9. Financial and Investment Analysts (NOC – 1112)
10. Securities agents, investment dealers and brokers (NOC – 1113)
11. Other financial officers (NOC – 1114)
12. Human Resources professionals (NOC – 1121)
13. Professional Occupations in Business Management Consulting (NOC – 1122)
14. Human Resources and Recruitment officers (NOC – 1223)
15. Assessors, Valuators and Appraisers (NOC – 1314)
16. Physicists and Astronomers (NOC – 2111)
17. Geo scientists and Oceanographers (NOC – 2113)
18. Biologists and Related Scientists (NOC – 2121)
19. Civil Engineer (NOC – 2131)
20. Mechanical Engineers (NOC – 2132)
21. Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NOC – 2133)
22. Industrial and Manufacturing Engineers (NOC – 2141)
23. Aerospace Engineers (NOC – 2146)
24. Computer Engineers (Except Software Engineers and Designers) (NOC – 2147)
25. Other Professional Engineers, n.e.c (NOC – 2148)
26. Information Systems Analysts and Consultants (NOC – 2171)
27. Database Analysts and Data Administrators (NOC – 2172)
28. Software Engineers and Designers (NOC – 2173)
29. Computer Programmers and Interactive Media Developers (NOC – 2174)
30. Web Designers and Developers (NOC – 2175)
31. Chemical technologists and technicians (NOC – 2211)
32. Biological Technologists and Technicians (NOC – 2221)
33. Agricultural and Fish Products Inspectors (NOC – 2222)
34. Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians (NOC – 2231)
35. Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians (NOC – 2232)
36. Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing Technologists and Technicians (NOC – 2233)
37. Construction Estimators (NOC – 2234)
38. Architectural Technologists and Technicians (NOC – 2251)
39. Industrial Designers (NOC – 2252)
40. Drafting Technologists and Technicians (NOC – 2253)
41. Inspectors in Public and Environmental Health and Occupational health & Safety (NOC – 2263)
42. Construction Inspectors (NOC – 2264)
43. Computer Network Technicians (NOC – 2281)
44. User Support Technicians (NOC – 2282)
45. Systems Testing Technicians (NOC – 2283)
46. Head Nurses and Supervisors (NOC – 3151)
47. Registered Nurses (NOC – 3152)
48. Medical Radiation Technologists (NOC – 3215)
49. Medical Sonographers (NOC – 3216)
50. Opticians (NOC – 3151)
51. Licensed Practical Nurses (NOC – 3233)
52. Other technical occupations in therapy and assessment (NOC – 3237)
53. College and Other Vocational Instructors (NOC – 4131)
54. Psychologists (NOC – 4151)
55. Business Development Officers and Marketing Researchers and Consultants (NOC – 4163)
56. Social Policy Researchers, Consultants and Program Officers (NOC – 4164)
57. Other Professional Occupations in Social Science, n.e.c. (NOC – 4169)
58. Community and Social Service Workers (NOC – 4212)
59. Librarians (NOC – 5111)
60. Archivists (NOC – 5113)
61. Translators, Terminologists and Interpreters (NOC – 5125)
62. Library and Public Archive Technicians (NOC – 5211)
63. Graphic Arts Technicians (NOC – 5223)
64. Graphic Designers and Illustrators (NOC – 5241)
65. Technical Sales Specialists – Wholesale Trade (NOC – 6221)
66. Sales Representatives – Wholesale Trade (Non-Technical) (NOC – 6411)
67. Machinists and Machining and Tooling Inspectors (NOC – 7231)
68. Tool and Die Makers (NOC – 7232)
69. Heavy-duty Equipment Mechanics (NOC – 7312)
70. Machine Fitters (NOC – 7316)
71. Aircraft Mechanics and Aircraft Inspectors (NOC – 7315)
72. Supervisors, food, beverage and associated products processing (NOC – 9213)
73. Supervisors, Plastic and Rubber Products Manufacturing (NOC – 9214)
74. Supervisors, Motor Vehicle Assembling (NOC – 9221)
75. Supervisors, Electronics Manufacturing (NOC – 9222)
76. Supervisors, Electrical Products Manufacturing (NOC – 9223)
77. Supervisors, other Mechanical and Metal Products Manufacturing (NOC – 9226)
78. Supervisors, Other Products Manufacturing and Assembly (NOC – 9227)
79. Chemical Plant Machine Operators (NOC – 9421)
80. Machining Tool Operators (NOC – 9511)

What is the process for applying for the Quebec Skilled Worker Program?

There are two steps to apply for permanent residence in Quebec:

Step 1: The very first step for Quebec immigration is to get a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ). Province of Quebec will only issue a candidate – CSQ when they are able to meet all the minimum requirements of the RSWP and can meet the demands of the labour market. CSQ signifies that Quebec has selected the particular candidate to settle in the province as a permanent resident.

Step 2: After the candidate gets the CSQ certificate, they are now able to submit their application for Canadian permanent resident visa to the Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada (IRCC).