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 IntegrationPrince Edward Island Protests: International Graduates Oppose PNP Changes
International graduates, mostly from India, protest Prince Edward Island PNP changes aimed at reducing nominees by 25% by 2024 due to healthcare and housing issues.
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Is Super Visa a Better Choice Than PGP?
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Canada Jobs Increase in March: New Data Reveals Growth
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Canada’s New Pilot Program Grants Permanent Residence to Caregivers on Arrival
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Canada Visa Scam: Four Charged in ₹5 Crore Fraud
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Why Trump Can’t Travel to Canada Due to Conviction
Trump might be unable to visit Canada due to his felony conviction, which could impact his ability to…
IRCC Automation Speeds Up Spousal Sponsorship Processing
IRCC announces automation for spousal sponsorship in family class immigration to expedite processing using advanced analytics and automated…
Indian Students in P.E.I Canada Pause Hunger Strike After Immigration Meeting
Indian students in Canada ended their hunger strike following a meeting with an immigration official, resolving the ongoing…
Canadian Border Strike Expected as Early as June 6
Canadian Border Service Agency workers may strike on June 6 following a Public Interest Commission report, affecting border…