On October 24, 2024, the Canadian government presented its new Immigration Plan for 2025-2027. With this plan, Canada chooses to slow down the number of admissions in the coming years to better manage rapid population growth. The aim is to strike a balance between infrastructure capacity and the country’s economic needs. This decision, influenced by pressure on housing and public services, aims to make immigration more sustainable while meeting the needs of the labor market. This article provides an update on this change.
I - Canada to reduce admissions as early as 2025!
Admission targets for new permanent residence status will be reduced from 500,000 to 395,000 in 2025, then to 380,000 in 2026, and finally to 365,000 in 2027.
According to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, “these adjustments will allow immigration to better serve the country, ensuring that everyone has access to quality jobs, housing and the services they need to thrive”. The plan also focuses on residents already in Canada and pathways for those already here. “More than 40% of permanent resident admissions in 2025 will involve people currently in Canada as temporary residents,” states the release.
Diana Romero, Immigration Manager for the Association franco-yukonnaise, points out that “favoring people who are already here is a good thing, as they are already integrated into their communities, have jobs and housing.”
The plan also prioritizes economic immigration while maintaining channels for family reunification, meaning it focuses on welcoming people who can directly help the country’s economy, such as skilled workers, entrepreneurs and investors, to meet labor market needs and support economic growth. At the same time, the plan continues to enable family reunification, offering opportunities to those who want to join loved ones already in Canada, such as spouses, children or parents. The aim is to strike a balance between economic and family immigration, bringing skills to the country while supporting families.
However, another important aspect of the plan is to increase the number of French-speaking immigrants, a strategic objective for strengthening diversity and inclusion in Canada.
II - The country expects an increase in French-speaking immigrants
Despite the general reduction in admission targets, the Canadian government is planning to increase the percentage of French-speaking immigrants. This measure is designed to support and strengthen French-speaking communities, particularly those outside Quebec. The plan calls for Francophone immigration to represent 8.5% of total admissions in 2025, 9.5% in 2026, and 10% in 2027.
This decision is seen as a positive sign for Francophone communities, despite the overall drop in immigration targets. Diana Romero, Immigration Manager for the Association franco-yukonnaise, is delighted with this initiative, pointing out that “it’s still good news for francophone immigration. Because, even if the targets decrease, the Francophone targets will increase”. She sees this development as an important step in supporting the prosperity of Francophone communities, while consolidating their place in Canadian society.
So, while Francophone immigration is receiving special attention, the immigration plan also provides for adjustments concerning temporary residency, another important aspect of the migration strategy.
III - Fewer temporary residences
Canada’s immigration plan calls for a reduction in the number of temporary residents, with a target of 5% of the population by the end of 2026. This is taking place against a backdrop in which immigration has made a significant contribution to the country’s demographic growth. In 2023, almost 98% of Canada’s population increase was due to immigration, enabling the country to reach 41 million inhabitants in April 2024.
However, despite this significant contribution of immigration to population growth, the government is now keen to slow its reliance on temporary residents. This is part of a drive to better manage resources and ensure more sustainable integration of new arrivals. By reducing the number of temporary residents, the government also hopes to improve access to housing, public services and quality jobs for permanent residents.
In conclusion, Canada’s immigration plan for the period 2025-2027 marks an important turning point in the management of migratory flows. Although the plan calls for a reduction in total admissions, it also emphasizes economic immigration and the integration of existing residents. In addition, the priority given to Francophone immigration and family reunification opens up opportunities for local immigrants. You can now take advantage of this increase in targets for French-speaking immigrants and family reunification channels to bring your loved ones to Canada.
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