Canadian Government to Transition Up to 33,000 Temporary Workers to Permanent Residency in 2026–2027 | Express Entry Registration Will Be Key
Date Posted:November 13, 2025
Last Updated:November 13, 2025
The Canadian government has announced a new initiative as part of its immigration system recalibration, aiming to transition up to 33,000 temporary workers to permanent residency over 2026 and 2027.
The program targets workers who have already established themselves in Canadian society, are paying taxes, and are contributing to their local communities and economy.
Canadian Government to Transition 33,000 Temporary Workers to Permanent Residency
This initiative is a temporary, special measure under the broader effort to “rebuild a sustainable immigration system,” and is part of the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan. It is separate from the previously announced intake numbers and represents an additional 33,000 individuals over two years.
Details to Be Announced – Eligible Occupations and Regions Not Yet Specified
At this time, the government has not provided specifics on which regions or occupations will be eligible, or how the application process will work.
The announcement mentioned keywords such as “Contributing community,” “In-demand sector,” and “Rural area”, but the exact locations, occupations, and application procedures will be clarified in a future official release.
Candidates Should Register for Express Entry
According to a briefing by the CAPIC, there is a high possibility that this program will use the Express Entry system.
For example, eligible candidates may be selected based on their occupation (NOC code) and work location (Postal Code), and may receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency.
Even if your current Express Entry score is low, it is important to register in advance.
It is also essential to ensure that all registration information is accurate and up-to-date, as errors or outdated information could result in missing this important opportunity. VisaJP Canada can provide guidance and support for verifying and updating your Express Entry profile.
Accelerated Pathway to Permanent Residency for Protected Persons
The government has also announced an initiative to accelerate the transition to permanent residency for approximately 115,000 Protected Persons over the next two years.
Protected Persons are individuals in Canada who have been recognized as needing legal protection, such as those granted refugee status. While many have been living in Canada under temporary status, this initiative aims to expedite their transition to permanent residency, allowing them to establish a stable living foundation and promote integration into Canadian society.
From VisaJP Canada | A New Opportunity for Permanent Residency
This announcement clearly demonstrates the Canadian government’s policy of actively welcoming individuals who contribute to local communities and the economy as permanent residents.VisaJP Canada will continue to provide the latest updates as information on eligible occupations, regions, and application procedures becomes available.Express Entry Registration Support / Consultation Here
This news is based on the official announcement from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). VisaJP Canada has organized and summarized the information for clarity.
Source: Supplementary Information for the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan
Related Article
We also provide a summary of this year’s newly announced Immigration Levels Plan. If you’d like to understand the overall direction of Canada’s immigration policy, please check the article below: 【2026–2028 Update】Canada Releases Immigration Levels Plan: Major PNP Expansion, Reduced Study and Work Visa Admissions
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Yuki Shiraishi
Born in Japan. After earning a bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan in the USA, worked for six years as a marketing consultant at a major travel agency in New York, involved in the planning and development of travel products. Concurrently attended the MBA program at the City University of New York. Returned to Japan and worked as a manager at the visa centre of the same travel company, primarily handling foreign nationality clients and managing various visa applications from around the world. Immigrated to Canada in 2005 as a skilled worker. Completed the Immigration Consultant Program at the University of British Columbia and obtained the qualification of a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant. Specializes in consulting for permanent residence and short-term visas (work, study, temporary stay, etc.) in Canada. Adheres to the motto, 'Every person has the potential to obtain Canadian permanent residence,' and is skilled in proposing the best permanent residence scenarios for individual clients, based on a wide range of visa information. A regular member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants, as well as the Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants. Active as a supervisor of visa-related information and a seminar lecturer in various media and the Japanese community in Canada. As a president of Kiyukai (Vancouver Japanese Business Association), she supports Japanese entrepreneurs in BC, those who want to start their own business, and all those who work in BC. She is also a president of Visa JP Canada and Jinzai Canada.
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