
Canada’s Work Permit Population Rises Despite 57% Drop In New Arrivals
Canada’s work permit population has risen 8.2% since 2024 despite a 57% drop in worker arrivals. New IRCC data reveals why temporary resident numbers remain high.

Canada’s work permit population has risen 8.2% since 2024 despite a 57% drop in worker arrivals. New IRCC data reveals why temporary resident numbers remain high.

Canada’s immigration cuts may worsen workforce ageing as Statistics Canada reports falling labour force participation and 110,000 jobs lost in two months.