As Part of Plans to Reduce Immigration, Canada Announces Reductions in Targets for Permanent Resident Admissions Over the Next Three Years in 2025 Canada Announces Reductions in Targets for Permanent Resident Admissions Canada's move has been characterized by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as an effort to position its citizens at the forefront of economic opportunities.
In a joint statement on Thursday, the prime minister and Marc Miller, the minister of immigration, refugees, and citizenship, presented the country's immigration levels plan for the years 2025–2027.
The plan aims to reduce the number of permanent residents from 500,000, which was the goal last year, to 395,000 by 2025. In 2026, the number of permanent residents will be reduced from 500,000 to 380,000, and in 2027, it will be 365,000.
The announcement by the prime minister that the country would reduce the number of foreign workers entering the workforce came nearly two months ago.
The next step in our strategy to meet our country's changing immigration requirements is the announcement today. Miller stated, "We see the pressures that face our country, and we must adapt our policies accordingly."
While it is evident that our economy requires newcomers, As a result of these modifications, immigration will benefit our nation and ensure that everyone has access to high-quality employment opportunities, housing, and support services. We have paid attention to Canadians, and we will keep on safeguarding the trustworthiness of our framework and develop our populace capably."
Additionally, efforts to reduce the number of temporary residents to 5% of Canada's population by the end of 2026 will be supported by the levels plan.
A cap on international students and tightened eligibility requirements for temporary foreign workers are two examples of the changes that have led to these reductions over the past year.
