The Canadian government has announced a significant reduction in immigration targets for the coming years. The new Immigration Levels Plan outlines admissions of 395,000 new permanent residents in 2025, 380,000 in 2026, and 365,000 in 2027, representing a 21% decrease compared to previous targets, which aimed for 500,000 annual admissions.
This decision aims to balance population growth with the country’s available infrastructure, such as housing and healthcare. Despite the reduction, Canada remains focused on economic immigration, allocating 62% of admissions to skilled workers in priority sectors like healthcare and technology.
Another measure announced is the reduction in the proportion of temporary residents, including temporary workers and international students, from 8% to 5% of the total population within the next three years.
These changes may impact Brazilian immigrants and other communities, who are encouraged to stay informed and consult reliable sources about the updated policies.
Will this reduction balance resources effectively or make the Canadian dream harder to achieve?