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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Canada Launches Citizenship Week Highlighting 87,000 Indians Gaining Citizenship in 2024
During Citizenship Week 2025, Canada honored 87,812 new Indian nationals becoming citizens, the largest source group in 2024.…
International Graduates in Nova Scotia Face Lengthy Work Permit Backlogs
Nova Scotia’s PGWP delays average 237 days with a 42% backlog, over IRCC’s 20% target. Reduced 2025 study…
Air Canada Cancels Direct Flights to Detroit, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Nashville, Tampa
Air Canada ends direct flights to five U.S. cities from three Canadian hubs in Fall 2025. Travelers face…
Canada’s New Visa Rules Curtail Indian Students’ Academic Dreams
Canada’s 2025 study permit cap cuts Indian permits 31%, doubles financial requirements, raises refusal rates to 52%, and…
Virgin Atlantic Miami to London Flight Diverts to Canada After Medical Emergency
On May 24, 2025, Virgin Atlantic’s Miami-London flight diverted to Gander following a passenger’s cardiac arrest. The crew’s…
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program issues new invitations for 2025
Alberta’s Provincial Nominee Program issued 158 invitations in May 2025 focusing on tourism and Alberta Opportunity streams. The…
European Airlines Slash US Routes as Demand Slumps
European carriers reduce US flights amid a 17% visitor drop and Canada-US travel collapsing 70%. Airlines redirect capacity…
Air Canada passenger suffers food poisoning on London Heathrow flight
An Air Canada passenger experienced severe food poisoning on May 16, 2025, mid-flight from London to Vancouver. Prompt…
Canada’s immigration landscape shifts as resident targets are reduced
Canada sharply cuts immigration targets in its 2025-2027 plan, prioritizing applicants with Canadian experience and key sectors. Temporary…