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With the recent transition to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s leadership, early signals suggest a recalibration of Canada’s immigration priorities. Policy advisors anticipate a shift toward reinforcing economic-class immigration while rebalancing temporary and humanitarian streams. Business immigration and employer-led pathways are expected to receive renewed emphasis, potentially involving revised allocations or changes to Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) frameworks.

Prime Minister Mark Carney, in recent public remarks, emphasized the need for a “measured and economically grounded approach to immigration,” noting that immigration policy must “prioritize long-term growth and societal cohesion.” While specific thresholds have not yet been announced, his office has signaled that overall immigration levels may be reviewed in light of housing and labor pressures.

Analysts expect a focus on refining temporary programs to better align with economic demand, and on leveraging the Start-Up Visa and Global Talent Stream as strategic innovation tools.

Further details are anticipated in Ministerial Mandate Letters and Budget 2025 planning frameworks.

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