Immigration Minister announces focus on permanent residency for existing temporary residents.

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On Thursday, March 21st, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced a focus on granting permanent residency to individuals already living in Canada on temporary visas. This initiative aims to address strains in vital sectors such as housing and healthcare.

Minister Miller emphasized increasing “domestic draws.” These targeted selection rounds invite the highest-scoring candidates within Canada’s immigration programs (like Express Entry) to apply for permanent residency. Provinces will also be encouraged to select more temporary residents through their own immigration programs.

Key Points:

  • Who benefits: Foreign nationals currently in Canada on work or study permits.
  • How it works: Selection systems will prioritize those already residing in Canada.
  • Goal: Easing pressure on critical sectors within the Canadian economy.
The remarks made by Miller hint at a potential focus on converting individuals already in Canada on work or study permits into permanent residents. This speculation arises amidst uncertainties regarding the precise implications of Miller’s statements on future policies.
 
Historically, Canada’s immigration framework has occasionally favored individuals already present within the country. A notable instance of this approach was during the COVID-19 pandemic when Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) executed its largest Express Entry draw ever, extending 27,332 invitations to apply (ITAs) to candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) with notably low Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores of 75—significantly below the typical CRS scores required in Express Entry draws.
 
The CEC serves as a federal route specifically designed for immigration candidates who have already established themselves within Canada’s labor market and societal fabric.
 
Moreover, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) represent another set of immigration channels that frequently cater to individuals who have started to assimilate into Canadian society. These programs are primarily managed by provincial and territorial administrations, which often select candidates already residing within their respective regions.
 
According to Miller’s earlier statements, the anticipated shift towards increasing domestic draws is expected to leverage both federal and provincial mechanisms to facilitate this transition.
 
 

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