IRCC has announced several updates concerning temporary resident applications:
Study Permit
- IRCC will reduce the intake cap for study permits for 2025 by 10%, lowering the target from 485,000 to 437,000 permits issued.
- The 2025–2026 study permit intake cap will include master’s and doctoral students who will now have to submit a provincial or territorial attestation letter. We will be reserving approximately 12% of allocation spaces for these students in recognition of the benefits they bring to the Canadian labour market.
Work Permit
- Later this year, work permit eligibility will be limited to the spouses of master’s degree students in programs lasting at least 16 months.
- Work permit eligibility will also be restricted to the spouses of foreign workers in management or professional roles, or in sectors facing labor shortages under Canada’s work permit programs (TFWP and IMP).
Post-Graduate Work Permit
- Graduates from programs at public colleges will remain eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) of up to three years if they graduate from a field of study linked to occupations in long-term shortage.
- As part of changes to the PGWP Program, all applicants will be required to demonstrate a minimum language proficiency in French or English. This will increase their ability to transition to permanent residence and adapt to changing economic conditions. A Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 for university graduates and CLB 5 for college graduates will be required for anyone applying for a post-graduation work permit on or after November 1, 2024.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out to our team.
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Disclaimer: The information from the newsletter is directly derived from IRCC. The material and information contained on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as professional advice. Although best efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of writing, we cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all information. As information may change without notice, always refer to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
