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Key Points

  • On November 1, 2023, the government of Canada announced the new targeted immigration admissions rates by category for the years 2024, 2025, and 2026

Overview

On November 1, 2023, the government of Canada released details on the Government of Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2024-2026. Through the plan, the government aims to welcome 485,000 new permanent residents in 2024, 500,000 in 2025, and plateau at 500,000 in 2026.

Immigration Category
2024
2025
2026
Overall Permanent Resident Admissions Target
485,000
500,000
500,000
French-Speaking Residents (outside of Quebec)
26,100
31,500
36,000
Federal High Skilled
110,770
117,500
117,500
Federal Business
5,000
6,000
6,000
Economic Pilot Programs
10,875
14,750
13,750
Atlantic Immigration Program
6,500
8,500
8,500
Atlantic Immigration Program
6,500
8,500
8,500
Provincial Nominee Program
110,000
120,000
120,000

The government also shared information on the anticipated admission numbers for family category visas, refugee and protected individual categories, and other humanitarian visa types. For additional insights on the plan, check here.

What are the Changes?

The government of Canada launched the 2024-2026 Immigration Levels Plan, which aims to increase temporary and permanent residence pathways throughout the country.

The plan focuses on prioritizing economic growth and supporting family reunification. In addition, the plan aims to respond to a humanitarian crisis and target French-speaking permanent residents.

Looking Ahead

Continue to check the government of Canada’s website for the latest updates and information.

Written by: Jessie Butchley, Global Immigration Writer, Envoy Global
Source: Government of Canada

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