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- Listencomptoirs alimentaires[kɔ̃twaʁ alimɑ̃tɛʁ]Level 4
Food pantries
Local distribution points where people receive food in person — the neighbourhood-level arm of Quebec's food-aid network.
In the guidesFood Banks in Quebec: Who Can Go and How to Find One
- Listencondition de résidence[kɔ̃disjɔ̃ də ʁezidɑ̃s]Level 4
Residency obligation
The rule PRs must meet to keep their status: at least 730 days in Canada in the last 5 years, with some time abroad counting in specific cases.
In the guidesRenew or Replace Your PR Card in Quebec
- Listenconfirmation de résidence permanente[kɔ̃.fiʁ.ma.sjɔ̃ də ʁe.zi.dɑ̃s pɛʁ.ma.nɑ̃t]Level 4
Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR)
The IRCC document showing that you became a permanent resident; it is your proof of status until your PR card arrives.
In the guidesApplying for Permanent Residence After Your CSQ: The Federal StepRegister with RAMQ: Get Your Carte Soleil
- ListenCostco[kɔstko]Level 4
Costco
A members-only warehouse club selling bulk products at discount.
In the guidesGrocery Stores in Quebec: A Practical Guide
- Listencourriel de confirmation[kuʁjɛl də kɔ̃fiʁmasjɔ̃]Level 4
Confirmation email
An automated email acknowledging that your application was received.
In the guidesRegister with RAMQ: Get Your Carte Soleil
Vivre au Québec, simplement. — Life in Quebec, made simple.
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- Listencours de francisation[kuʁ də fʁɑ̃sizasjɔ̃]Level 4
French-language classes
Free government-funded French classes for newcomers.
In the guidesFirst Steps in Quebec City
- Listencouverture privée[kuvɛʁtyʁ pʁive]Level 4
Private coverage
Health insurance coverage from a private provider, not the government.
In the guidesRegister with RAMQ: Get Your Carte Soleil
- Listencovoiturage[ko.vwa.ty.ʁaʒ]Level 4
Carpooling
Ride-sharing — popular services in Quebec include Amigo Express and BlaBlaCar.
In the guidesGetting Around Drummondville: Transit and Car
- ListenCSQ[se.ɛs.ky]Level 4
Quebec Selection Certificate
Certificat de sélection du Québec — Quebec's certificate selecting a person for permanent residence.
In the guidesThe CSQ — Quebec Selection CertificateLearn French for Free with Francisation QuébecFamily Sponsorship in Quebec: Bringing Your Loved Ones
- ListenCV québécois[se ve kebekwa]Level 4
Quebec-style résumé
The Quebec convention for résumés — no photo, no date of birth, structured by relevance.
In the guidesLibrary and Leisure Activities in Brossard
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