Canada trims 2025 immigration targets while boosting Francophone intake
The 2025–2027 plan lowers Canada’s 2025 immigration target to 395,000 and halves PNP allocations for 2025. Ottawa raises…
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The 2025–2027 plan lowers Canada’s 2025 immigration target to 395,000 and halves PNP allocations for 2025. Ottawa raises…
From September 29, 2025, the Parent Boost Visitor Visa allows parents and grandparents up to five years per…
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