Canada Faces Imminent Expiry of 1.4 Million Work Permits by 2026
Make · Feb 22, 2026
Canada is approaching a critical moment in its immigration landscape as over 1.4 million work permits are set to expire by 2026 according to the IRCC. This situation arises amid limited permanent residency (PR) positions available for the growing number of temporary foreign workers.
Key Takeaways
The IRCC report highlights that over half of the work permits will expire by June 2026. This poses a significant challenge as the availability of PR spots remains limited, prompting concerns over the future of temporary foreign workers in Canada.