Arton Capital acquires AURAY Capital Canada client portfolio following exit from the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP)

Arton Investments, the regulated arm of Arton Capital, has acquired the client portfolio of AURAY Capital Canada (ACC). ACC has completed its participation in the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP) and transferred its existing clients and historical relationship base to the new owner.

The transaction was reportedly announced on April 10. Under the deal, hundreds of active clients currently in process are expected to transfer, along with—according to Arton—approximately 20,000 historical client relationships.

At the same time, the financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

ACC’s exit reduces the list of authorized QIIP financial intermediaries. Per the Quebec government’s official registry (updated March 20, 2026), six intermediaries remain in the program: Arton Investments, Sherbrooke Street Capital, Dubeau Capital, Société de fiducie Blue Bridge, Trust Eterna, and Valeurs mobilières Peak.

How ACC positioned itself within QIIP

ACC states that its involvement in QIIP began as early as 2013. At that time, the immigration investor business—previously operating under the Desjardins brand—was acquired by Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton.

ACC President Marc Audet noted that his professional career began roughly 30 years ago at Desjardins. He said he led the Immigrant Investor line within Desjardins Trust before moving to ACC. Audet also claims that, over the course of his career, he has supported more than 25,000 immigration investors—both at Desjardins and at ACC.

“For more than ten years, AURAY Capital Canada has proudly served QIIP candidates with professionalism and attention to detail,” Audet said in a statement. He added that the scale, track record, and international reputation of Arton Capital make the firm “the ideal steward” for the next phase of client servicing.

Arton Investments’ claims on scale and performance

Arton Investments says that, after the acquisition, it will become the largest participant in QIIP. The company cites an estimated 40% market share and claims a 100% success rate. However, these figures have not been independently verified.

Arton also notes that it has been working with QIIP since 2006.

Arton Capital founder and CEO Armand Arton described the deal as a contribution to the program’s continuity. He said the acquisition highlights nearly two decades of commitment to QIIP and to the families who place their trust in both the program and the company. Arton’s focus is on preserving the integrity, ensuring continuity, and supporting the long-term success of QIIP while maintaining its standing as a reliable Quebec government partner.

Context: QIIP update and program requirements

QIIP was relaunched in January 2024 following a pause that began in late 2019. The updated version requires applicants to demonstrate a French level above average, make a non-refundable CAD 200,000 contribution, and—at the same time—make a CAD 1,000,000 state-guaranteed investment. In addition, applicants must meet a physical presence requirement in Quebec for 12 months.

QIIP remains Canada’s only passive investment immigration pathway, distinct from other business immigration streams.

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