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 IntegrationReport finds highly skilled immigrants leaving Canada at rising rates
The Leaky Bucket 2025 reports that one in five immigrants leaves Canada within 25 years, with doctorate holders and skilled professionals leaving fastest. Unemployment, licensing hurdles and weak bridging programs…
Canada Extends Citizenship Act Amendment Deadline to January 2026
A court extended the deadline to amend Canada’s Citizenship Act to January 20, 2026, while Bill C-3 proceeds…
Canada’s 2025 Immigration Cuts Heighten Delays and Labour Shortages
Canada’s 2025 immigration plan slashes permanent resident targets to 395,000 and tightens temporary permits, capping temporary residents at…
IRCC Tightens Open Work Permits for Military Family Members in 2025
Effective January 21, 2025, IRCC removed open work permit access for most military dependent children (C46/C48) and spouses…
Ottawa fast-tracks citizenship for English player to join Canada squad
(OTTAWA) Ottawa expedited citizenship for English-born soccer defender Alfie Jones, allowing him to swear the Canadian citizenship oath…
Deportees Pass Through MSP Without Knowing Final Destinations
A November 12, 2025 flight from MSP removed more than a dozen ICE detainees, many shackled and uninformed…
Canada Grants Permit-Free Entry for FIFA-Invited Workers 2026 Cup
From Dec 1, 2025 to July 31, 2026, Canada allows FIFA-invited employees, contractors, and subcontractors to work without…
London Man in Limbo as Ontario Suspends OINP Skilled Trades Stream
Ontario suspended the OINP Express Entry: Skilled Trades Stream on November 14, 2025, citing systemic fraud. All applications…
Quebec Ends PEQ Residency Pathway as Immigrants Protests Grow
On November 19, 2025, Quebec ends PEQ and launches the PSTQ, moving to invitation-based selection and supporting a…
Fake Visa Appointment Scam Highlighted by Canadian High Commission
Indian authorities uncovered a ring selling fake Canadian visas, led by Anil Kumar, with losses over $650,000. IRCC…