canada has announced a groundbreaking three year immigration plan for 2025 2026 and 2027 and for the first time it includes clear targets for temporary residents alongside permanent ones whether you’re a student worker or applying for a spousal open work permit these new figures will shape your chances to know more please read the full version of this update on our website link mentioned in the description below
Temporary Resident Targets for 2025 to 2027
in this video we reveal Canada’s new temporary resident targets for 2025 to 2027 including planned student visa intake a detailed comparison of TFWP versus IMP work permits a breakdown of high demand occupations and emerging trends and spouse visas to help you identify the best year to apply watch till the end to uncover insider timing strategies and ensure you hit all the right deadlines [Music] [Applause] let’s start with total temporary resident targets 2025 to 2027 canada aims to bring in the following number of temporary residents excluding visitor visas in 2025 the figure stood at 673,650 but it saw a noticeable decline in the following years dropping to 560,000 in 2026 and further decreasing to 543,000 in 2027 2027 these numbers include international students and foreign workers not shortterm visitors
Student Visa Intake Numbers
next we explore student visa intake numbers each year around 300,000 international students will be allowed to enter Canada this stable intake ensures continued opportunities especially for those meeting academic and language benchmarks
Work Permit Breakdown: TFWP vs. IMP
moving on to work permit breakdown temporary foreign worker program versus international mobility program one temporary foreign worker program covers in demand sectors like healthcare agriculture and technology where LMIA based permits are issued approval chances are higher for applicants in these fields second international mobility program includes spousal open work permits and other LMIA exempt categories here’s the year-wise breakdown in 2025 there were 285,000 permits issued but this number dropped significantly to 128,000 in 2026 before rebounding slightly to 155,000 in 2027 2027
Spousal Open Work Permit: Best Year to Apply
following that we look at spouse visa trends and best year to apply if you’re planning to apply under the spousal open work permit 2025 offers the best window with the highest quota set for that year
High-Demand Occupations in 2025–2027
then we examine high demand occupations applicants with experience in healthcare farming and IT will have better chances under TFWP these sectors are prioritized for recruitment due to ongoing labor shortages
Conclusion and Strategic Tips
and finally we wrap up with the conclusion canada’s latest immigration plan prioritizes both permanent and temporary residents with clear targets for students workers and spouses those in in demand occupations or applying as spouses should act strategically especially in 2025 visit our website link in the description for a complete breakdown and expert advice that concludes today’s video your input matters so drop a comment like if you enjoyed and subscribe for more thoughtful content see you next time
