Canada narrows the gate: Student visa approvals fall to 43%, work permits to 69%
Canada’s immigration strategy is undergoing a sharp reset. According to IRCC data from January–April 2025, only 43% of student visas and 69% of work permits were approved. While sectors like agriculture and family reunification remain favoured, international students and some workers face greater scrutiny, reflecting Ottawa’s effort to balance labour needs, institutional capacity, and public concerns.
Canada’s immigration strategy is undergoing a sharp reset. According to IRCC data from January–April 2025, only 43% of student visas and 69% of work permits were approved. While sectors like agriculture and family reunification remain favoured, international students and some workers face greater scrutiny, reflecting Ottawa’s effort to balance labour needs, institutional capacity, and public concerns.
