In 1968, Quebec launched its own immigration ministry and since then, the province has gradually obtained more immigration authority. Quebec is now responsible for selecting all skilled workers that wish to immigrate to the province, while the federal government is responsible for admitting these immigrants. Quebec selects the candidates according to its own criteria and procedures. If you are selected by Quebec, you and your family will receive a Certificat de selection du Québec (CSQ). Receiving your CSQ confirms that you have been selected for immigration to Quebec and can apply to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for permanent residence. Quebec has authority to set its own permanent resident levels, select all economic class immigrants, and have a say in family and refugee classes.