Latest Canadian Immigration News
June 03, 2025 Ontario Issues the first larger round of invitations for the year after a period of little activity
334 invitations for candidates with a job offer in Eastern Ontario, 493 invitations for candidates with a job offer in Northern Ontario, 363 invitations for the REDI pilot and 1,350 invitations for candidates in targeted health occupations were invitedSource: OINP Site
Canada to Cut Immigration Numbers Amid Housing Concerns
Canada plans to reduce the number of new permanent residents to 395,000 in 2025, down from 485,000 in 2024, in response to rising housing prices and public sentiment. Temporary resident numbers will also decrease by 30,000 to around 300,000 in 2025. This policy shift aims to address concerns over housing affordability and public opinion on immigration levels. Source: Reuters
Canada to Strengthen Border Security Following Tariff Threats
In response to former U.S. President Donald Trump's threats to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods due to illegal immigration and drug smuggling, Canada plans to enhance its border security. The government aims to demonstrate a serious commitment to border protection, with potential additional investments, although specific amounts were not disclosed. Source: Financial Times
Backlash Against Immigrants Challenges Canada's Welcoming Image
Canada is experiencing growing anti-immigrant sentiment, with rising hate crimes against visible minorities and international students. This backlash is fueled by perceptions that immigrants are contributing to economic issues such as the housing crisis and high cost of living, leading to decreased support for the government. Source: Reuters
Canada Reduces Student Permits, Indian Students Seek New Overseas Options
Canada has announced to further reduce the number of study permits it will grant to foreign students in a bid to bring down the number of temporary residents. Indian students looking for overseas degree opportunities will need to explore new alternatives as Canada has significantly reduced its international student permit programme. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently announced that the country will reduce the number of study permits granted to foreign nationals, citing concerns over the misuse of the immigration system. Source: Business Standard
Canada to Colleges: Reduce Reliance on Indian Students, Invest in Talent
Canada’s heavy dependence on Indian international students has led Immigration Minister Marc Miller to push universities and colleges to widen their recruitment strategies and attract students from more countries. “Universities and colleges need to put a little more effort into the price of acquisition and invest more in the talent that you’re bringing here, and that includes going to more countries and expanding your resources,” Miller said on Thursday in a press release. Source: Business Standard
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