- Increasing the arrival of iernational studes compared to work permit holders:
The new immigration program sets the number of new iernational studes at 305,900 in 2025, 2026 and 2027. Meanwhile, the number of temporary workers will decrease in the coming years, so that in 2026 and 2027, a larger share of temporary immigras will be iernational studes. - Increasing the conversion of studes and temporary workers to permane residence in Canada:
The new program focuses on prioritizing the conversion of temporary resides io permane resides. This includes studes and workers who are already in Canada. By 2025, more than 40% of permane resides are expected to be people who are already in Canada. - Reducing the share of provincial programs (PNPs):
The number of provincial program admissions has dropped from 120,000 in 2025 to 55,000. This will make the pathway more competitive for studes seeking permane residency through provincial programs. - More emphasis on French language skills:
In line with Canada’s previous policies to increase francophone immigration, the share of francophone immigras outside of Quebec will increase from 8.5% in 2025 to 10% in 2027. - More focus on high demand jobs:
In 2023, Canada will begin job category-based selections for workforce recruitme in sectors such as health, STEM and transportation. Iernational studes who iend to stay permanely should be employed in jobs that match these job categories.
These changes can affect the path of iernational studes for permane residence, and for greater success, will require more careful planning in choosing a job and strengthening language skills.
