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
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The new codeshare between American and Porter Airlines will enable combined bookings across key North American routes after…
Local Police Praise Northern Border Alliance as Deterrent to Illegal Immigration
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Canada to End Hotel Funding for Asylum Seekers After $1.1B Spent
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Afghans Deported from Pakistan Face Taliban Hostility as Traitors
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Spain Now Issues Certain Work Permits for Under 90 Days
Effective July 2025, Spain allows certain work permits under the Entrepreneurs Law for stays under 90 days, benefiting…
What the 2025 Canadian Immigration Crisis Means for Newcomers
In 2025, Canada cuts immigration targets to 395,000 permanent residents and reduces refugee admissions by 31%. Temporary residents…
Growing Concerns for International Students Amid Fanshawe’s Operational Review
Facing a 64% drop in international enrolment, Fanshawe suspends 40 programs from Fall 2025 and requires new international…
One in Eight Language Education Programs Close Amid Immigration Policy Shifts
Policy reforms since 2024 have led Canada to close about one in eight language education programs. Stricter study…