Facing criticism over rising inflation and housing shortages linked to increased immigration, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a significant reduction in Canada’s immigration targets for 2025 and beyond. The new plan prioritizes skilled workers while addressing concerns about program exploitation.
Canada continues to refine its immigration system with new regulations and program enhancements. This article outlines recent changes impacting study permits, work visas, family reunification, and entrepreneur pathways, highlighting Canada’s commitment to attracting skilled talent and supporting economic growth.
Hundreds of Indian students in Canada’s Prince Edward Island (PEI) region are protesting against a new law that restricts postgraduate work permits to students with specific qualifications, leaving many international students unable to continue working in Canada. They allege that the policy was changed overnight, and they are now facing deportation. The students are demanding an extension of work permits and a review of the recent changes to immigration policies. They have set a deadline for action, threatening a hunger strike if their demands aren’t met by mid-May.
