July 2025 Canada immigration updates: Manitoba PNP Draw #250 invites 19 skilled workers, Quebec prioritizes PRTQ for foreign workers and students, $300M lawsuit over TFW cuts, and Sudan biometric services resume. Go Canada Services offers expert immigration support.
Canada Immigration Updates July 2025: Manitoba PNP, Quebec PRTQ, TFW Lawsuit, and Sudan Biometrics
Introduction
July 2025 brings critical updates to Canada’s immigration policies, reflecting efforts to address labor needs, integration, and global challenges.
The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held Draw #250, inviting 19 skilled workers, Quebec prioritized PRTQ applications for temporary foreign workers and students, 23 Quebec business owners launched a $300 million lawsuit against temporary foreign worker (TFW) reductions, and IRCC resumed biometric collection in Sudan.
These align with the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan, targeting 395,000 permanent residents and 673,650 temporary residents in 2025. Additional updates include Express Entry draws and Francophone health funding.
Go Canada Services, a trusted immigration firm since 2004, offers expert guidance. This article explores these developments and their implications.
Manitoba PNP Draw #250: Skilled Workers
On July 24, 2025, Manitoba conducted MPNP Draw #250, issuing 19 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba (SWM) and Skilled Worker Overseas (SWO) streams as part of a strategic recruitment initiative. Key details:
- Invitations: 19 candidates with a minimum score of 611, including 3 with valid Express Entry profiles and job seeker validation codes.
- Context: Manitoba has issued 1,424 invitations in 2025, with 274 linked to Express Entry. The SWM stream targets temporary foreign workers and international graduates in Manitoba, while SWO prioritizes those with connections like family or prior work/study (immigratemanitoba.com).
- Eligibility: SWM requires a valid work permit, 6 months of Manitoba employment, and job-ready English (CLB 7 for regulated occupations). SWO needs a connection to Manitoba and experience in in-demand occupations (e.g., healthcare, tech).
X posts from @CitImmCanada highlight Manitoba’s focus on labor market needs. For MPNP support, visit Go Canada Services’ Permanent Residency Services.
Quebec Prioritizes PRTQ Applications
On July 23, 2025, Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation et Integration (MIFI) announced prioritization of Programme régulier des travailleurs qualifiés (PRTQ) applications for temporary foreign workers and international students in Quebec, effective July 30. Key points:
- Prioritization: Applications from those already in Quebec will be expedited, with decisions or notices by December 31, 2025, and remaining cases resolved by Q1 2026.
- Context: PRTQ, replaced by the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) on November 29, 2024, targets skilled workers via Arrima. Prioritization supports integration of those with Quebec experience, especially French-speakers (minimum level 7 oral).
- Impact: Aligns with Quebec’s 2024–2025 plan for 32,350 economic immigrants, addressing labor shortages in healthcare and tech.
X posts from @icc_immigration confirm the policy shift. For PRTQ or PSTQ guidance, contact Go Canada Services’ Free Assessment.
Quebec Business Owners’ $300M Lawsuit
Twenty-three Quebec business owners filed a $300 million lawsuit against the federal government over plans to reduce temporary foreign workers from 7% to 5% of Canada’s population by 2027. Key details:
- Claims: The reduction threatens business viability, as Canadian workers are reluctant to fill manual labor or night shift roles despite competitive wages (e.g., $25/hour for training positions).
- Context: Canada’s 6.9% unemployment rate (June 2025) contrasts with persistent labor shortages in sectors like agriculture and manufacturing. The lawsuit highlights dependency on TFWs, with 673,650 temporary residents in 2025.
- Implications: The case underscores tensions between federal policy and provincial economic needs, especially in Quebec’s labor market.
X posts from @CP24 reflect business concerns. For TFW permit support, explore Go Canada Services’ Work Permit Services.
IRCC Resumes Biometric Collection in Sudan
On July 24, 2025, IRCC partnered with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to resume biometric collection in Sudan, addressing prior service suspensions. Key points:
- Operations: Appointment-only system prioritizing family-based permanent residence and resettlement program applicants. IOM will contact eligible applicants for biometrics and medical exams.
- Context: Sudan’s ongoing conflict (1.5 million displaced, UNHCR 2025) disrupted immigration processing. This supports Canada’s commitment to 11,000 refugee resettlements in 2025.
- Impact: Facilitates application completion for Sudanese applicants, aligning with family reunification and humanitarian goals.
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Other Key Updates
- Express Entry Draw #356: 356 PNP ITAs issued July 21, 2025, with a CRS of 788.
- Express Entry Draw #357: 4,000 healthcare/social service ITAs issued July 22, 2025, with a CRS of 475.
- Quebec PSTQ Draw: 238 candidates invited July 17, 2025, prioritizing French-speaking residents.
- Alberta PGP Criticism: Minister Matt Jones critiques 10,000-application PGP intake due to service strains.
- Francophone Health Funding: $78M over five years for bilingual health services.
- IMP Language Testing: Mandatory testing proposed for 2027 to enhance integration.
- Newcomer Integration: $3.2B over three years for settlement services, including language training and credential recognition.
Immigration and Settlement Strategies
- Manitoba PNP Applicants: Update EOI profiles with Manitoba connections (e.g., employment, family) and in-demand skills (healthcare, tech) to boost scores above 611.
- Quebec PRTQ Applicants: Submit applications by July 30, 2025, with strong French proficiency and Quebec experience to leverage prioritization.
- TFW Employers: Explore alternative labor solutions (e.g., automation, local training) amid TFW reductions, or consult on permit extensions.
- Sudanese Applicants: Monitor IOM communications for biometric appointments and ensure family-based or resettlement applications are complete.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What was Manitoba PNP Draw #250?
On July 24, 2025, Manitoba issued 19 LAAs to skilled workers (SWM and SWO streams) with a minimum score of 611, including 3 Express Entry candidates. - What is Quebec’s PRTQ prioritization?
Starting July 30, 2025, PRTQ applications from temporary foreign workers and students in Quebec are expedited, with decisions by Q1 2026.
- Why are Quebec business owners suing the government?
Twenty-three owners claim the TFW reduction from 7% to 5% threatens viability, as locals avoid manual labor roles despite $25/hour wages. - What is IRCC’s biometric update for Sudan?
Effective July 24, 2025, IRCC and IOM resumed biometric collection for family-based and resettlement applicants in Sudan via appointments.
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