Canada Announces Strategic Reduction in Temporary Resident Numbers Over Three Years
In a transformative move set to revamp the Canadian immigration landscape, the annual Immigration Levels Plan will, for the first time starting from fall 2024, concurrently establish targets for both permanent and temporary residents.
Prior to this policy update, Canadian immigration objectives solely concentrated on the admission of new permanent residents. However, with the new inclusion of temporary residents, the plan now offers a holistic outline of the country’s future immigration blueprint.
It is essential to note that while these figures serve as benchmarks, they are not strict quotas. The IRCC retains the discretion to curtail application intake in selected sectors, if necessary, to align with these targets. Canada’s objective is a gradual decrease in its temporary resident numbers, from 6.2% to an envisioned 5% of the nation’s overall population over the forthcoming three-year timeframe.
An Emphasis on Transitioning to Permanent Residency
Canada’s immigration apparatus is adapting, increasingly emphasizing transitioning temporary residents already contributing to the country’s economy into permanent residents. This shift aims to both cement population growth and offer clear pathways to those ingrained within the community and workforce.
How Will These Developments Unfold?
Prospective plans include “domestic draws” engineered to prioritize temporary residents within Canada for selection rounds of immigration.
Provincial Nominee Programs, tailored by individual provinces, are expected to privilege candidates possessing temporary resident status.
Express Entry system, encompassing federal skilled worker programs, may adapt to favor applicants established in Canada.
Minister Miller has underscored that this policy rejuvenation is a nod to the strong economic landscape and the need to address the tight labor market in Canada. With more jobs being refilled post-pandemic than were lost, it is an acknowledgment of temporary residents’ contributions and the requirement for streamlined permanent residency transitions.
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