Adopting it

You have certainly made a long journey to come and settle in the territory of Amos-Harricana. Perhaps you need a hand with some of the steps involved in your arrival in the region or possibly even in the country?

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While this new adventure is very exciting, we know it can still be stressful. This is why the MRAR is a key tool to support you in this transition. Welcome home!

Welcome and integration services

To ensure that your new life project is a success, several organizations are mobilized to welcome you and support you in your integration. Tools are also available to inform you of the various services that could be useful to you.

Welcome guide for newcomers (French only):

Exploratory stay

Would you like us to guide you in the discovery of your new living environment? In groups or individually, you will have the opportunity to visit the territory, get in touch with the community, fill your address book and meet potential employers.

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Housing and Relocation

Searching for a home and buying a house

Moving truck

Financial aid

Programs, scholarships and credit offered

Services for immigrants

Mouvement de la relève d’Amos-région (MRAR)

To find housing and the resources you need, to get support in your job search and to facilitate your integration into the community:

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Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI)​

Reception, Referral, Counselling and Support Services

For the recognition of prior learning and competencies, to plan a return to school, or to obtain assistance with admission to a training program:

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Amos Services Quebec office

Are you looking for a first work experience in Quebec in your trade or profession? The Employment Integration Program for Immigrants and Visible Minorities (PRIIME) could help you find it!

262, 1ère Avenue Est
Amos (Quebec) J9T 1H3
Tel : 819 444-5287

Service Canada

To get your foreign credentials assessed, apply for health insurance or find out more about international benefits for seniors:

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Local service centre (in person only):

4e Rue Est
Amos (QC) J9T 1Y4

Language courses/francization

New on the territory? You can also learn or improve your French. Financial aid may be available, ask about it!

Centre d'éducation des adultes La Passerelle