Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that the upcoming fall immigration levels plan will, for the first time, include considerations for both permanent and temporary residents. This plan aims to respond to the ongoing challenges in the Canadian labor market, including the high unemployment rate among immigrants, which currently stands at 11.6%.
Trudeau emphasized the need for a balanced approach, adjusting immigration policies to meet the needs of Canadians, businesses, and the economy. The plan will involve reducing the number of low-paid temporary foreign workers and assessing the higher-wage streams over the next 90 days.
The government is also discussing the possibility of adjusting the annual number of permanent residents allowed in Canada, ensuring that immigration remains a key advantage for the country while also being responsible in integrating newcomers. This comprehensive plan is set to shape Canada's immigration policies for the years and decades to come.