Meanwhile, the family reunification program remains a priority, with 25% of the total quota allocated to it. For the first time, expanded categories have been included—for example, adult children caring for elderly immigrant parents.
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The refugee component has also been adapted. Canada continues to accept 25,000 refugees per year through the resettlement program, but is strengthening its cooperation with the UN and NGOs to expedite screening and preparation.
Housing remains a critical issue. The government has allocated $300 million to build temporary housing for newcomers in regions with housing shortages. This should ease the burden on Toronto and Vancouver, where rental prices have reached record levels.
Polls show that 61% of Canadians support current immigration policy, particularly its economic focus. However, in some regions, there are calls for greater transparency in resource allocation.
The reform reflects a strategic vision: immigration as an engine of growth, but only with balanced settlement and deep integration.
The goal is not simply to welcome people, but to help them become a full part of Canadian society.