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Canada to release 2027‑2029 Immigration Levels Plan today
Canada will publish its 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan later today, November 5, 2026, as part of the federal budget. The announcement will set new annual targets for permanent residents and new temporary worker and student arrivals, affecting prospective immigrants, provincial nomination programs and related stakeholders.
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At a glance
- What changes
- Release of the 2027‑2029 Immigration Levels Plan, setting new permanent and temporary resident targets
- Timing
- Expected by 4 p.m. Toronto time on November 5, 2026
- Who is affected
- Prospective permanent and temporary residents, provincial nomination programs and related stakeholders
The details
- Takes effect
- by 4 p.m. Toronto time on November 5
- Previous rule
- The current 2026–2028 plan stabilised permanent resident admissions at 380,000 a year while sharply reducing planned new temporary resident arrivals.
- New rule
- The new plan may confirm or adjust the existing 2027 and 2028 figures and will set the first official targets for 2029.
Announcement and context
Canada’s 2027‑2029 Immigration Levels Plan is slated for release later today, November 5, 2026, as part of the federal budget. The exact time has not been confirmed, though officials expect the announcement by 4 p.m. Toronto time.
- Prime Minister meets Finance Minister at 3:40 p.m. before tabling the budget
Current immigration framework
The existing 2026‑2028 plan stabilises permanent resident admissions at 380,000 per year and seeks to reduce new temporary resident arrivals. Temporary resident targets are 385,000 for 2026 and 370,000 for both 2027 and 2028, covering workers and international students.
- Permanent resident cap: 380,000 annually for 2027‑2028
- Temporary resident arrivals: 385,000 in 2026, 370,000 in 2027‑2028
What to expect from the new plan
The upcoming plan may confirm or adjust the notional 2027‑2028 figures and will introduce the first official targets for 2029. No specific numbers have been released, and the details will be published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada after the budget presentation.
- IRCC will publish permanent and temporary resident targets for 2027‑2029
- Stakeholders should review the new figures for eligibility implications
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Existing travel bookings remain unchanged until the new immigration targets are officially published
- Travelers should monitor the release for any future adjustments that could affect entry quotas
Cost and documents
- No new fees or documentation requirements are announced with the pending plan
- Current visa and permit application procedures continue under the existing regulations
What you need to do
- Watch for the official release of the 2027‑2029 Immigration Levels Plan later today
- Review the published targets once available to determine any impact on eligibility
- No immediate application steps are needed before the plan is released
Who this affects
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Prospective permanent residents
The plan will set annual admission caps for permanent residents for 2027‑2029
What to do Monitor the published numbers to assess eligibility
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Prospective temporary workers and international students
The plan includes targets for new temporary resident arrivals for the same period
What to do Check the released figures for any changes to intake limits
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Provincial nomination programs
Provincial nominee allocations are tied to the national immigration levels set in the plan
What to do Prepare for possible adjustments to provincial nomination quotas
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Immigration policymakers and advisors
They need the official targets to guide policy and advice
What to do Incorporate the new numbers into planning and guidance
Frequently asked questions
When will Canada announce its 2027‑2029 immigration targets?
The government expects to publish the 2027‑2029 Immigration Levels Plan by 4 p.m. Toronto time on November 5, 2026, as part of the federal budget presentation. The exact release time has not been confirmed, but the announcement is slated for later today.
What does the 2027‑2029 Immigration Levels Plan cover?
The plan will outline the annual admission targets for permanent residents and the projected numbers for new temporary workers and international students for the years 2027, 2028 and the first official targets for 2029. It sets the framework for both permanent and temporary immigration streams.
How many permanent residents are currently planned for 2027‑2028?
Under the existing 2026‑2028 framework, Canada has set a notional target of 380,000 permanent resident admissions each year for 2027 and 2028, with a planning range of 350,000 to 420,000. These figures may be confirmed or adjusted in the upcoming plan.
Will the new plan change the temporary resident reduction path?
The current plan aims to lower new temporary resident arrivals to 370,000 in both 2027 and 2028, down from 385,000 in 2026. The upcoming plan may confirm, adjust, or replace these figures, but no specific changes have been released yet.
Where can the official immigration levels be found after release?
Once published, the Immigration Levels Plan will be posted on Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s website and included in the federal budget documents released by the government on the same day. Those sources will provide the definitive numbers.
Who decides Canada’s immigration targets?
The federal government, through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, sets the national immigration levels, with input from provincial authorities and the Minister of Immigration. The final targets are announced in the annual Immigration Levels Plan.
