In the first three months of 2025, Canada gave the green light to over 834,000 applications from people looking to study, work, or visit the country.
Canada approved over 834,000 new and extended temporary resident applications from January to March 2025. This includes study permits, work permits, and visitor visas. This surge shows how attractive Canada remains for students, workers, and travelers around the world.
The number includes:
In total, Canada processed around 1.37 million temporary applications in this period. But not all were approved. The government carefully reviews each case to meet legal and safety standards.
Canada’s temporary residents come from all corners of the world. The top 10 countries in the first quarter of 2025 were:
These numbers reflect Canada’s global reach. People apply for school, jobs, and tourism. Many also seek safety or better futures.
While many new residents arrive, others already in Canada face trouble. Some get notices to leave because they overstayed visas or broke immigration rules.
Canada wants to lower the number of temporary residents to 5% of the population by 2026. To do this, the government now checks more closely and enforces visa conditions. New rules also let officers cancel permits for fraud or overstays.
This creates a strange balance. Canada welcomes thousands, but also asks many to leave.
For the first time, Canada included temporary resident limits in its 2025-2027 immigration plan. Here are the new targets:
These numbers focus on work and study permits. Tourist visas are not included. The goal is to manage housing demand, public services, and job markets.
To handle the growing demand, Canada made changes:
These steps aim to match immigration with Canada's real needs.
Some people support the changes. They say it keeps the system fair and avoids abuse. Others worry about how it affects students and workers already in Canada.
Some sectors like farming, hotels, and caregiving fear losing much-needed workers. Students worry about stricter language rules and higher living costs.
Still, the government plans to turn more temporary residents into permanent ones. In 2025, over 40% of new permanent residents will come from this group.
Final Thoughts
Canada’s approval of over 834,000 temporary residents in early 2025 shows its global pull. But rising numbers come with tough choices. The country must now balance openness with control. As rules change, those hoping to live, study, or work in Canada must stay alert and prepared.
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