Canada
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesHow did Canada's immigration policies change in 2023 and beyond?
By 2023, the focus shifted towards bringing in skilled workers for high-demand sectors like health care and technology, with a reduced emphasis on asylum claims as part of Canada’s broader immigration goals.
Read: Canada Rejects Over 13,000 Nigerian Refugee Claims in 11 YearsWhat changes are happening in Canadian immigration policy as of 2025?
As of 2025, over 40% of new permanent residents will be selected from temporary residents already living in Canada, and there are new pilot programs targeting specific labor market needs.
Read: Canada sets new immigration targets as US follows different pathWhat new immigration policies did Canada implement in early 2025?
Canada allowed immigration officers to revoke temporary documents under certain conditions and ended the default of 10-year multiple-entry visas.
Read: Visa Denial Sparks Rift as General Christopher Musa, Nigerian Officials Speak OutHow has Canada’s immigration plan changed for 2025-2027?
Canada has decreased permanent resident targets from 464,265 individuals in 2024 to 395,000 in 2025, with additional reductions planned for 2026 and 2027.
Read: Why Are Canadians Leaving? Nearly 50% Flee from One ProvinceWhat are some practical implications for newcomers under the new Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027?
The plan could make it harder for people to move to Canada, slowing family reunification and reducing opportunities for economic immigrants and international students to stay after graduation.
Read: Poilievre Advocates Very Hard Caps on Immigration for Better Integration
Temporary Resident Permits and Pgwps Expire as Immigration Levels Plan Unfolds
A massive wave of permit expiries in 2025 and 2026 coincides with Canada's new, lower immigration targets. The federal government plans to reduce the temporary resident population to 5% by…
In-Canada Work Permit Printing Makes Flagpoling Easier for IEC 2026
Canada's IRCC now allows subsequent IEC participants to receive their work permits by mail within Canada. This eliminates…
IRCC Warns FIFA World Cup May Impact Processing Times
This guide explains how to use Form I-131 to obtain Advance Parole for World Cup travel to Canada.…
Air Transat Leaves Snowbirds Stranded with United States Flights Axed
Air Transat will exit the U.S. market by mid-2026, terminating key Florida routes. The airline cites weakening transborder…
Air Canada Orders Airbus A350-1000 to Boost Network Growth
Air Canada has ordered eight Airbus A350-1000 jets for delivery starting in 2030. These aircraft will target ultra-long-haul…
Bill C-12, Immigration and Refugee Board Face Criticism Over Two-Tier System
Canada's Bill C-12 proposes diverting asylum seekers who miss strict filing deadlines into an expedited risk assessment process.…
Canada’s Start-Up Visa Programme Offers New Opportunities for Nigerians in Ontario
Canada is refining its 2026 immigration plan by closing the Start-Up Visa for new filings and expanding Provincial…
Manitoba Work Permit Rules Loosen Under Temporary Resident Retention Pilot
Effective February 4, 2026, Manitoba's TRRP pilot now allows all employers to support 16 specific skilled trades occupations…
Air Canada Suspends Cuba Flights Citing Airport Fuel Shortage
Air Canada has suspended all Cuba flights starting February 9, 2026, due to an island-wide fuel shortage. Nine…
Westjet Axes 11 U.S. Routes from Calgary in Bold Move
WestJet is slashing its Summer 2026 U.S. flight schedule by 15 routes, a 32% capacity drop. The airline…