May 24th, 2024 at 05:13 am
Canada Immigration: Canada Welcomed 121K+ New PR in 2024 | Canada PR
Canada welcomed 121,620 new permanent residents in the first quarter of 2024, a notable number. This achievement and status underscore Canada’s continued dedication to immigration as a cornerstone of its demographic and economic policies. The significant influx of newcomers highlights the nation’s allure as a travel destination for those looking for New Opportunities and a higher standard of living.
Canada welcomed 121,620 permanent citizens in the first quarter of 2024, with 52,720 of them arriving in Ontario and just 17,745 in British Columbia. In the first quarter of 2023, this figure was 145,495; however, it is too early to draw any conclusions. However, we can state that, at least as of the start of 2024, immigration to Canada has decreased in comparison to last year.
These figures do, however, represent an increase over the first quarter of 2022, when 115,803 new permanent immigrants were welcomed into the nation.
New PR Admissions in the First Quarter and Annual Immigration Targets
| Year | First Quarter New PRs | Annual Immigration Targets |
| 2024 | 121,620 | 485,000 |
| 2023 | 145,495 | 465,000 |
| 2022 | 113,805 | 431,645 |
| 2021 | 70,495 | 401,000 |
| 2020 | 69,140 | 341,000 |
| 2019 | 65,955 | 330,800 |
| 2018 | 80,005 | 310,000 |
| 2017 | 72,835 | 300,000 |
| 2016 | 86,235 | 300,000 |
| 2015 | 51,125 | 260,000 to 285,000 |
In addition, from January to March, 135,291 authorizations and visas for permanent residence were granted. In 2023, during these months, the number was 156,272. Under the largest Federal economic category of immigration, the Express Entry system, 36,635 new PRs have been allowed. This represents a 6% increase over the 34,555 PR entries from the first quarter of 2023.
Province-Wise New PRs Admitted in 1st Quarter 2024
The most popular destination for immigrants was Ontario, the most populated province in the nation, which welcomed 52,720 new permanent residents in the first three months of 2024. This makes up about 44 percent of all new permanent residents who have entered the nation. Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland, and Labrador saw the biggest drops in the number of new PR admissions.
| Province/Territory | Q1 2024 New PRs | Q1 2023 New PRs | Percentage Change |
| Canada | 121,620 | 145,495 | -16.41% |
| Ontario | 52,720 | 60,860 | -13.37% |
| British Columbia | 17,745 | 24,495 | -27.56% |
| Alberta | 15,360 | 17,155 | -10.46% |
| Quebec | 13,355 | 16,065 | -16.87% |
| Manitoba | 5,680 | 8,855 | -35.85% |
| Saskatchewan | 5,610 | 7,395 | -24.13% |
| New Brunswick | 3,995 | 2,940 | +35.88% |
| Nova Scotia | 3,995 | 3,935 | +1.52% |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 1,405 | 2,045 | -31.30% |
| Prince Edward Island | 1,330 | 1,275 | +4.31% |
| Yukon | 295 | 345 | -14.49% |
| Northwest Territories | 115 | 125 | -8.00% |
Transition of Temporary Residents to Permanent Residents
In the first quarter of 2024, 7,180 temporary residents with prior study permit holders made the move from temporary to permanent residency, a decrease of 2,370 (-24.82%). Comparatively, 21,190 temporary residents who had previously had a Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) made the switch to permanent residency. This is a decrease of 17.90% (4,620) from 25,810 in the first quarter of 2023.
| Temporary Resident Status | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 | Percentage Decline |
| New PRs with Prior IMP Work Permit Holder Status | 45,565 | 54,830 | -16.90% |
| New PRs with Prior Post-graduate Work Permit Holder Status | 21,190 | 25,810 | -17.90% |
| New PRs with Prior Study Permit Holder Status | 7,180 | 9,550 | -24.82% |
| New PRs with Prior Temporary Foreign Worker Program Work Permit | 3,710 | 4,140 | -10.39% |
Top Source Countries
As of early 2024, India remained the primary supplier of newly accepted PRs. Of the new PR arrivals, 31% are Indian, with China, the Philippines, Afghanistan, and Nigeria rounding out the top five. The number of new PRs admitted from the top 10 source nations is indicated below.
| Country | Q1 2024 New PRs |
| India | 37,880 |
| China | 8,135 |
| Philippines | 7,990 |
| Afghanistan | 5,025 |
| Nigeria | 4,690 |
| Cameroon | 3,725 |
| Iran | 3,570 |
| Pakistan | 2,630 |
| United States | 2,480 |
| Eritrea | 2,360 |
What are Canada’s Annual Immigration Targets?
485,000 new arrivals in 2024, with a stabilization of 500,000 annual admissions for permanent residents in 2025 and 2026.
Canada’s dynamic and welcoming immigration policies are evident in the first quarter of 2024, as the country continues to draw in an increasing number of permanent residents. Canada has confirmed its status as a global leader in welcoming diverse talent and promoting growth, with 121,620 new permanent residents.
The country’s cultural fabric is enhanced by this flood of newcomers, who also greatly advance the nation’s economic growth and demographic sustainability.
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