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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Trump Announces 35% Tariffs on Canadian Imports Starting August 1
Starting August 1, 2025, the U.S. enforces a 35% tariff on Canadian goods, impacting trade and prices. Stacking…
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International Student Voices Concerns Over Tightened Work Permits and Borders
New U.S. policies from July 2025 impose stricter visa scrutiny for China and Hong Kong students, restrict travel…
Canadian Colleges Lay Off 10,000+ Staff After Drop in Indian Enrollments
Canadian colleges saw a 41% drop in Indian students from 2023 to 2024, driven by stricter rules and…
How Foreign Work Experience Enhances Your CRS Score in Express Entry
Canada’s 2025 Express Entry updates increase the value of foreign work experience, including remote work done in Canada.…
Montreal Businesswoman Held Months in U.S. Immigration Detention
Since March 2025, Paula Callejas faces extended detention by ICE due to U.S. immigration policy changes. Increased enforcement,…
Flair Airlines Faces $30.9M Counterclaim in Ongoing Lease Dispute
The June 2025 counterclaim by Irish lessors alleges Flair Airlines missed payments, provoking repossession of four planes and…
How International Graduates in Canada Can Transition to Permanent Residency
Canada’s immigration system prioritizes retaining international graduates by requiring work permits, Canadian experience, and applications via Express Entry…