Canada Immigration Levels Plan 2023–2025
Canada recently unveiled its Immigration Levels Plan 2023–2025. In 2024, the target rises to 485,000 newcomers and in 2025 to 500,000. In 2021, 405,000 immigrants were welcomed (a record), and by the end of 2022, Canada expected to welcome 432,000 newcomers.
Canada’s immigration goals guide how many permanent residents it plans to admit each year—balancing economic growth, family reunification, and refugee/protection commitments.
Express Entry & PNP Targets Will Rise
Most new permanent residents arrive through economic-class programs, notably Express Entry and the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
Express Entry (principal applicants + family)
- 82,880 in 2023
- 109,020 in 2024
- 114,000 in 2025
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- 105,500 in 2023
- 110,000 in 2024
- 117,500 in 2025
The PNP remains a leading economic immigration pathway, with growing allocations alongside Express Entry to meet provincial labour-market needs.
What This Means for Applicants
- More invitations across Express Entry and PNP streams
- Strong profiles (CLB, ECA, work experience) and province-specific strategies matter more than ever
- Consider PNP to gain +600 CRS points and strengthen your Express Entry prospects
Why Work With XIPHIAS Immigration
XIPHIAS Immigration has continually built on prior successes—assembling knowledgeable teams of immigration lawyers and advisors dedicated to providing fast, compliant, and transparent pathways to Canada PR.
To Know More About the Application Process and Your Eligibility
Please get in touch with our expert consultants at +91-9019-400-500 or email [email protected].
FAQs
Q1. Does a higher overall target guarantee an ITA?
No. Higher targets help, but selection still depends on CRS competitiveness (or meeting PNP criteria). Strengthen language, education (ECA), and experience to improve your chances.
Q2. Which is faster—Express Entry or PNP?
It depends on your profile and provincial priorities. A PNP nomination adds +600 CRS points, often expediting an ITA through Express Entry.
Q3. Are spouses and dependents included in the targets?
Yes. IRCC counts principal applicants, spouses/partners, and dependent children toward the annual targets.
Q4. If I don’t qualify for Express Entry, can I still apply?
Potentially. Many PNP streams target in-demand occupations, work/study ties, or employer support. A tailored provincial strategy can open alternatives to Express Entry.
