In a world where immigration policies are constantly evolving, Canada stands out as a country with a well-defined and comprehensive approach to managing them. One of the most significant announcements of 2023 was published by the IRCC portal on November 1, 2023, on the Immigration Levels Plan 2024-2025, which serves as a strategic roadmap with goals and priorities for immigration to Canada over a three-year period. In this Immiland Canada article, we present details of the plan and how it contributes to the country's growth, diversity and humanitarian commitments.

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Projected Immigration Levels Plan to Canada, 2024-2026

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Summary of the Immigration Level Plan 2024-2026 

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The Immigration Level Plan, often referred to as the Multi-Year Immigration Level Plan, is a crucial document that shapes the immigration landscape in Canada and is not limited to providing a fixed number of immigrants to be admitted each year, but is a carefully designed strategy to meet the evolving needs of the country and its residents, such as jobs, housing, infrastructure planning, among others.

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Features of the Immigration Levels Plan

Emphasizes the arrival of permanent residents:

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One of the key points to note about this plan is that it focuses primarily on welcoming new permanent residents without specifying the number of foreign students or temporary employees Canada will admit. By focusing on permanent residents, the country seeks to ensure long-term stability and commitment from newcomers.

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Addresses important agendas:

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The creation of the Immigration Tier Plan is driven by Canada's commitment to several immigration agendas including addressing worker shortages and supporting economic growth through economic class objectives. The plan also champions family reunification as a core value and fulfills Canada's humanitarian responsibilities through the refugee and humanitarian classes.

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Recognizes Immigrants as essential contributors:

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‍Canadarecognizes the essential role immigrants play in its labor market and economic expansion and help address worker shortages in critical industries such as health, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), trades, transportation and agriculture. It also believes they are critical to achieving sustainability goals and promoting the transition to a green and digital economy.

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Offers support and integration to newcomers:

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The Immigration Levels Plan recognizes the importance of family support in promoting the well-being and effective integration of newcomers, and does so through financial benefits for spouses or partners to enter the labor market and for parents or grandparents to provide child care; moreover, the plan allows sponsors to enter or remain in the labor force.

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Demonstrates humanitarian commitment:‍

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Canada's commitment to humanitarian concerns is unwavering. The country continues its tradition of offering protection to people in need and ensuring that both immigrants and existing Canadians have access to essential resources and services, such as housing and health care, as important to the government as meeting admission targets.

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Focuses on all of government and all of society: ‍

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To support these objectives, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is developing a comprehensive strategy that aims to foster collaboration, coordination, cooperation and communication among various stakeholders and levels of government. The objectives of this "whole-of-government, whole-of-society" approach are to facilitate integrated planning and coordination, create a welcoming environment for newcomers, and ensure successful outcomes for all parties involved.

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Canada's Immigration Levels Plan is a testament to Canada's commitment to a balanced, inclusive and forward-looking immigration policy. It is not simply a numbers game, but a strategic approach that takes into account the needs of the country, the aspirations of newcomers and global humanitarian responsibilities. By focusing on family reunification, economic growth and sustainability, Canada is leading the way to a more prosperous and diverse future.

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How is the annual number of immigrants that Canada will admit determined?

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Each year, Canada goes through a thorough and methodical process to develop the Immigration Levels Plan. This process involves multiple stakeholders and factors to ensure that the plan aligns with the country's evolving needs and objectives. Below are the factors involved in the admissions process:

Stakeholder Involvement:‍

The Canadian government initiates the process by holding in-depth discussions with a wide range of stakeholders, including employers, immigrant advocacy groups, provincial and territorial governments, and members of the public. These discussions help identify the needs and priorities of various groups.

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Demographic trends and economic demands:

‍Canadaassesses demographic trends and their economic demands as part of the planning process. This includes analyzing labor market data to identify skills shortages and determine how immigrants can fill those gaps. The plan also considers demographic challenges, such as an aging population and a low birth rate.

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Federal and provincial collaboration:

‍InCanada, immigration is a shared responsibility between the federal government and the provinces and territories. The objectives of these governments can change over time and can be influenced by social, political and economic variables. In creating the plan, the federal government takes into account the requirements and aspirations of the territories and provinces.

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International commitments and public policy:

Canada's immigration policy is aligned with its international commitments, including those related to humanitarian aid and refugee resettlement. The plan also considers the public policy implications of immigration, such as human rights and family reunification.

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Democratic oversight:

After the plan is developed, it is submitted to the Canadian Parliament for consultation, ensuring democratic oversight of the process. Interestingly, before being tabled in parliament, the plan is kept confidential, even from the Canadian media.

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Flexibility and adaptation:

The plan is not immutable. It is reviewed regularly to ensure that it remains effective and aligns with Canada's objectives. Modifications may be made in response to changing conditions, such as changes in the economy, global crises or specific incidents requiring adjustments to immigration laws.

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Looking to the future:

The Immigration Levels Plan is not a static document, but a dynamic strategy that evolves over time. A highlight of the plan's future direction is the effort to increase the number of French-speaking permanent residents outside Québec. The revised objectives aim to reach 6% in this 2024, 7% in 2025 and 8% in 2026.

See official announcement of November 1, 2023: Notice - Supplemental Information for the Immigration Level Plan 2024-2026

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At Immiland Canada, we are pleased to provide this information that encourages foreigners in general, and especially Latinos, who dream of living in Canada. The government tendency is to support the immigrant, the next step is to have a successful strategy to immigrate, that is why we recommend to have a clear and defined plan but not to focus on only one that in the end reduces the possibilities of arriving to Canada. In this video, we show you how to activate several plans with a clear and legal strategy to achieve your arrival to the country of your dreams, this under one form or another and without wasting your valuable time during the process. Watch video: Strategy to immigrate to Canada: Activate all plans.

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