IRCC reveals new adjustments in its 2025-2026 Departmental Strategy
Canada is set to make significant changes to its immigration policies, with the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot Program becoming a permanent program by the end of 2025. This move will provide a pathway from sector-specific work permits to permanent residency for eligible individuals.
However, the policy direction did not include any specific changes to the Express Entry system beyond the draws mentioned. Furthermore, there is no indication of an increase in immigration levels or any repeating of earlier changes or initiatives.
One of the key changes involves capping study permit applications, limiting Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SOWP) eligibility, and imposing a moratorium on low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) processing in certain areas.
In addition, the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan has cut overall permanent resident admissions by approximately 20%. The federal government has also mandated that provinces issue 75% of their Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nominations to candidates already present in Canada.
The policy direction did not mention any specific changes to the French-language proficiency draws, healthcare and social services draws, education draws, or the total number of invitations issued for these categories. As of 2025, the federal government has held a total of 15,850 invitations for the Canadian Experience Class, 5,495 for PNP, 18,500 for French-language proficiency, 1,000 for healthcare and social services, and 1,000 for education.
The Canadian federal government aims for visitors and international students to contribute at least $36 billion to Canada's economy at the end of each calendar year. In 2024, the Canadian government reduced immigration levels in response to infrastructure pressure, particularly in housing and social services.
It is important to note that these changes are part of a broader strategy to manage immigration levels and ensure a sustainable economy. The policy direction does not include any specific mention of repeating earlier changes or initiatives.
In conclusion, the Canadian immigration policies are undergoing significant changes, with the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot Program becoming a permanent program and a reduction in overall permanent resident admissions. The policy direction does not include any specific changes to the Express Entry system, increases in immigration levels, or repeating of earlier changes or initiatives. However, there are changes to study permit applications, PGWP and SOWP eligibility, LMIA processing, and PNP nominations.
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