Canada’s Plan to Streamline Immigration for In-Country Candidates
The Canadian federal government has given 40% of the permanent residency spots for 2025 to people who already live in Canada. According to the most recent Immigration Levels Plan from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the In-Canada Focus category will get almost half of the spots set aside for new permanent residents next year. This is because they are part of a new priority group within Express Entry. This amount means that there will be about 82,980 admissions spots set aside just for this group in 2025.
Who is qualified to be chosen in the “In-Canada Focus” category?
The most recent Immigration Levels Plan says that people who apply through the following schemes fall into the “In-Canada Focus” category:
- The Canadian Experience Class (CEC): This is a program for people who already have work experience in Canada and want to move there permanently.
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): This program is for skilled workers from outside of Canada who meet the requirements in terms of education, work experience, and language skills.
- Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): This program is for people who are trained in a skilled trade and want to live in the United States permanently.
- Different Regional Immigration Pathways: These include programs that are only available in certain provinces or regions and are designed to meet the needs of the local job market.
People from these programs who have valid Express Entry profiles during a draw for immigrants may be given Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency (PR) before other candidates.
Is the In-Canada Focus Category likely to stay in the Express Entry system in Canada?
It’s still not clear how long the “In-Canada Focus” category in Express Entry will last, but the IRCC has laid out its plans for this group over the next three years. Under the “In-Canada Focus” group, the immigration department wants to let the following numbers of people come to Canada from 2025 to 2027:
- The goal is 82,980 in 2025, but it could be anywhere from 39,000 to 89,000.
- The goal is 75,380 people in 2026, and the range is thought to be between 33,000 and 82,000.
- The goal is 70,930 in 2027, with a range of 66,000 to 76,000.
Why IRCC is Committed to the “In-Canada Focus” Category
This year, there have been big changes to Canada’s immigration system as the federal government tries to find a balance between the number of immigrants and the problems Canadians are facing at home. Because of this, IRCC has promised that by 2026, the number of Non-permanent Residents (NPRs) in Canada will drop from 7% of the overall population to 5%. This includes people with work and study permits. One important way to reach this goal is to make it easier for people who are already in Canada on NPR to become permanent residents.
Also, on March 21, 2024, Immigration Minister Marc Miller said, “As part of our efforts to move temporary residents to permanent status, we will increase domestic draws and encourage provinces and territories that are part of the Provincial Nominee Program to do the same.”
Before the In-Canada Focus category was made public, IRCC had already started giving Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to people from this group before anyone else. This change was clear when, starting in July, the department put more effort into the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws in the Express Entry system. As early as March, Minister Miller said that he would give priority to “domestic” applicants for permanent residency through the government immigration system.
Miller’s plan aims to meet yearly immigration goals while also tackling problems with housing and cost. By changing the temporary status of newcomers already living in Canada to permanent residency, the Minister hopes to find skilled people who can help the economy and job market without making the problems that come with having a growing population worse.
Creating a detailed and unified strategy for growth
Welcoming newcomers involves more than simply counting the individuals we embrace; it also necessitates considering the supports and services needed by both newcomers and Canadians, such as housing and healthcare. An effective newcomer welcome plan must ensure that the advantages of immigration are distributed throughout the nation.
Alongside extensive national initiatives, regional economic strategies such as the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) play a crucial role in fostering growth and aiding our economic recovery. Participating communities have also experienced significant success with the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot.
Strengthening the vitality of Francophone minority communities is a key aspect of IRCC’s mandate, and the government has pledged in the new Official Languages Act to restore and enhance the demographic presence of Francophone minority communities.
Recent changes to the Express Entry system allow us to specify particular attributes, enabling us to effectively target candidates for invitations to apply for permanent residency in Canada.
Preparing for the arrival of newcomers involves anticipating the unexpected, including global events that may lead to new humanitarian crises. Canada has a rich history of providing refuge to those in crisis; however, the recent influx of refugees and displaced individuals has introduced new challenges in the processing and support of these individuals and families, as well as for the communities that welcome them. In 2022, the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) reported a significant milestone as over 100 million people were forcibly displaced worldwide. An established plan is essential for the government to respond swiftly and fairly to crises, ensuring clear visibility on emerging issues.
Effective coordination, collaboration, communication, and partnerships play a crucial role in welcoming newcomers and ensuring that the necessary supports are established to help them attain positive outcomes.
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