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
Top 10 Reasons Canada Visitor Visas Are Canceled — How to Avoid Them
As of January 31, 2025 IRCC can cancel visitor visas, eTAs, work and study permits. Top cancellation reasons include misrepresentation, criminal records, prior immigration violations, inadequate funds, and inconsistent visit…
Canada proposes senior managers, researchers and military for 2026 Express Entry
Canada’s IRCC seeks input until September 3, 2025 on proposed 2026 Express Entry categories: leadership, research and innovation,…
Canadian Job Growth Slows Sharply as Immigration Targets Fall
July 2025 job losses of about 41,000 combined with reduced 2025 permanent resident target of 395,000 tighten Canada’s…
AeroMexico Cancels Dozens of Flights After Severe Flooding Hits Mexico City Hub
Flooding at AICM on August 10–11, 2025 triggered roughly 90 cancellations and 70-plus diversions. Aeroméxico issued a limited…
United, American, Delta Add 5 New U.S. Routes From Chicago, Dallas, Indianapolis
Five routes began Aug 5–11, 2025: United added ORD–IDA, ORD–ROA, ORD–LFT; American added DFW–YQB; Delta launched IND–RDU. Aug…
Who Won Big in Ontario’s 2024 PNP? Tech and Healthcare Lead
Ontario’s OINP shifted to an employer-led model on July 2, 2025, through an Employer Portal. The province prioritizes…
Girl Guides of Canada halt all U.S. trips amid Trump-era border rules
From September 1, 2025, Girl Guides of Canada suspend all U.S. travel, rerouting approved trips abroad because of…
Air Canada Flight Attendants to Picket at Four Major Canadian Airports
Air Canada flight attendants represented by CUPE will picket four airports August 11, 2025, over wages and unpaid…
Canadian Denied UK Visa Renewal After Mental Health Crisis Faces Re‑Entry Ban
A Canadian who missed visa renewal during a mental health crisis risks UK removal and entry bans. Courts…
Immigration lawyers warn CSIS security screenings are causing major delays
A spike to more than 538,000 CSIS security screening requests in 2024—an almost 80% increase—has created backlogs delaying…