Canada Opens Public Input for 2026 Immigration Plan

Canada is asking people across the country to share their views on immigration. From July 21 to August 17, 2025, the government is holding public consultations to help shape the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan.

The immigration department wants to hear from citizens, businesses, communities, and experts. The goal is to create a strong, balanced, and fair immigration system that supports Canada's future.

Big Goals for the New Plan

The upcoming immigration plan has three main goals:

1. Fewer Temporary Residents
   Canada wants to lower the number of temporary residents to under 5% of the total population by 2027.
   
2. Stable Permanent Resident Numbers
   After 2027, the government plans to keep permanent resident numbers under 1% of the population each year.
   
3. More Francophone Immigrants Outside Quebec
   By 2029, Canada hopes to have 12% of all immigrants outside Quebec be French-speaking.
   

These goals will shape who can move to Canada and how the system supports them.

What the Government Wants to Know

Canadians are being asked to give their thoughts on key issues. Some of the questions include:

• Should Canada focus more on skilled workers, family reunification, or refugees?
  
• How many international students and temporary workers should be allowed?
  
• What services do new immigrants need the most?
  
• Should French-speaking immigrants be given more support?
  

These answers will guide how Canada builds its immigration system over the next few years.

Temporary and Permanent Resident Numbers

Canada plans to welcome 380,000 permanent residents in 2026. That includes:

• 229,750 skilled workers and business people
  
• 88,000 family members
  
• 62,250 refugees and people in need
  

In the same year, Canada expects 516,600 temporary residents, including:

• 210,700 workers
  
• 305,900 students
  

The government is asking people whether these numbers should go up, stay the same, or go down in the coming years.

Support for French-Speaking Communities

Canada also wants to help French-speaking communities grow outside Quebec. Some plans include:

• Attracting more bilingual immigrants
  
• Helping French-speaking students and workers stay permanently
  
• Giving better job support for French-speaking newcomers
  

This is a big step toward keeping Canada’s cultural and language diversity strong.

How You Can Get Involved

Anyone in Canada can take part in the consultation. You can:

• Fill out an online survey
  
• Join a virtual or in-person meeting
  
• Send written feedback directly to the immigration department
  

All input will be reviewed and considered before the final plan is shared in November 2025 by the new immigration minister.

Why It Matters

Immigration affects everything—from jobs and housing to schools and healthcare. Canada is trying to balance population growth with community needs. Some say the country needs more workers. Others worry about housing and services.

By sharing your opinion, you can help Canada create a better plan for everyone.