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Immigration trends in Canada: Can Manitoba employers still rely on foreign workers?

Release Date
2025-05-26
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MLT Aikins
Summary
In late 2023 and early 2024, the Canadian government significantly revised its immigration policies in response to growing challenges such as a housing shortage and increased pressure on social infrastructure. This led to a sharp reduction in immigration targets for the years 2025 to 2027 and a plan to cap temporary residents at 5% of the total population by the end of 2026.

These changes have made it more difficult for Canadian employers to hire foreign workers. Work permit processes have become stricter and more limited in duration, making it harder to recruit and retain temporary foreign workers. Additionally, new language and field-of-study restrictions on post-graduation work permits are expected to reduce the availability of international student workers, forcing employers to consider alternative strategies such as increasing domestic recruitment, improving wages and benefits, adopting new technologies, and investing in employee training.

Moreover, transitioning from temporary foreign worker status to permanent residency has become more difficult, with fewer pathways available. Employers must now carefully assess whether they are hiring for short-term projects or long-term roles and plan accordingly, including evaluating permanent residency options at the time of recruitment. As immigration policies continue to evolve, Canadian businesses must adapt to a shrinking pool of foreign labor and rethink their workforce strategies.
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