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
Canada eTA Replaces Visitor Visa for Indonesia, Malaysia
Indonesia and Malaysia citizens with prior Canada or U.S. visa history may use an eTA for air travel to Canada, not land or sea entry.
Tim Hortons to Dial Back Temporary Foreign Worker Program, Hire 10,000 Locally
Tim Hortons pledges to hire 10,000 local workers as Canada tightens the Temporary Foreign Worker program to prioritize…
ESDC Updates May LMIA Processing Times for Global Talent Stream and Seasonal Workers
ESDC releases April 2026 LMIA processing times, showing a sharp drop for PR streams but rising wait times…
Iran Players Seek U.S. Visas in Turkey as State Department Reviews 2026 World Cup Entry
Iran’s football team applies for 2026 World Cup visas in Turkey amid strict security vetting and U.S. bond…
Air France Flight to U.S. Diverted to Montreal Over Possible Ebola Exposure
Air France flight to Detroit diverted to Montreal after a passenger breached U.S. Ebola entry restrictions. No medical…
Canada Bill C-2 Raises Concerns Over Refugee Rights
Canada's Bill C-2 restricts asylum claims via a one-year bar and tighter U.S. border rules, shifting cases to…
Prince Edward Island Archives Logs Four Years of Requests in Four Months as Americans Seek Canadian Proof of Citizenship
Prince Edward Island archives face a massive backlog as Americans request historical records for Canadian citizenship under new…
Canada Creates $10 Million Compensation Fund for Victims of Immigration Consultant Scams
Canada introduces a victim compensation fund and tougher oversight for immigration consultants, effective July 2026, to combat fraud…
Mark Carney Signals Openness to Foreign Investment in Canadian Airports
PM Mark Carney signals 2026 plan to allow foreign investment in Canadian airports to unlock capital for economic…
Canada Launches In-Canada Workers Initiative as US-Iran Conflict Shakes Migration Hubs
Canada fast-tracks 33,000 PRs for domestic workers while the U.S. tightens security and extends asylum work permit waits…