Explore 2025 Canada immigration updates, including Bill C-3 for citizenship by descent, Quebec’s immigration reductions, Alberta’s AAIP draws, and OECD’s housing crisis concerns. Go Canada Services offers expert guidance.
Canada Immigration Updates 2025: Bill C-3, Quebec Cuts, AAIP Draws, and OECD Report
Bill C-3, Quebec Cuts, AAIP Draws, and OECD Report Introduction
Canada’s immigration landscape in 2025 is undergoing transformative changes, from modernizing citizenship rules to adjusting provincial immigration targets and addressing economic challenges.
These updates impact citizens, temporary workers, and permanent residents. Go Canada Services, a trusted firm since 2004, provides expert support to navigate Canada immigration updates.
This article explores the latest developments, including Bill C-3, Quebec’s immigration plans, Alberta’s AAIP draws, and OECD’s economic insights, with guidance on how Go Canada Services can assist.
Bill C-3: Expanding Citizenship by Descent
On June 5, 2025, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab introduced Bill C-3, amending the Citizenship Act to extend citizenship by descent beyond the first generation.
Canadian parents born abroad can pass citizenship to their children if they have spent 1,095 cumulative days (three years) in Canada before the child’s birth or adoption.
The bill addresses the unconstitutional first-generation limit, ruled invalid by the Ontario Superior Court in 2023, and restores citizenship for “Lost Canadians” affected by outdated laws. If passed, IRCC will provide detailed guidance.
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Quebec’s Plan to Reduce Immigration by 2029
Quebec’s Immigration Minister Jean-François Roberge announced plans to cut temporary and permanent immigration by 2029, targeting a 13% reduction in temporary foreign workers and international students from 2024 levels.
Permanent immigration scenarios range from 25,000 to 45,000 annual admissions, a 10-50% reduction, prioritizing French-speaking candidates in Quebec who meet labour market needs.
This aligns with Quebec’s shift to interculturalism under Bill 84. For Quebec immigration assistance, explore Go Canada Services’ Quebec Immigration Programs.
Alberta’s AAIP Draws in 2025
On June 4, 2025, Alberta announced results from four Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) draws. On May 22, 22 candidates were invited via the Express Entry Stream – Accelerated Tech Pathway.
On May 28 and 29, 34 candidates in construction and agriculture were invited under Priority Sectors. On June 3, 36 healthcare candidates were invited through the Dedicated Health Care Pathway. Alberta has issued 1,375 invitations in 2025. For AAIP support, visit Go Canada Services’ Skilled Worker Program.
OECD Report on Economic and Housing Challenges
The OECD’s 2025 economic survey highlights Canada’s population growth of 3.0% in 2023 and 2.6% in 2024, driven by one million annual newcomers, increasing the population from 38.5 million to 41.6 million since 2022.
This rapid growth has worsened housing affordability and reduced labour productivity, with per capita purchasing power declining despite GDP growth. The OECD recommends aligning housing supply with immigration targets to mitigate these issues. For integration and settlement support, check Go Canada Services’ Integration Services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to common questions about 2025 Canada immigration updates:
- What does Bill C-3 change for citizenship by descent?
Introduced on June 5, 2025, it allows Canadian parents born abroad with three years of physical presence in Canada to pass citizenship to their children, addressing the first-generation limit and restoring “Lost Canadians” rights. - How will Quebec reduce immigration by 2029?
Quebec plans a 13% cut in temporary workers and students and a 10-50% reduction in permanent residents (25,000-45,000 annually), prioritizing French-speaking in-province candidates. - What were Alberta’s AAIP draw results in 2025?
Alberta invited 92 candidates across four draws: 22 in Tech, 34 in Priority Sectors (construction/agriculture), and 36 in Healthcare, totaling 1,375 invitations this year. - How does immigration impact Canada’s economy per the OECD?
Rapid population growth (3.0% in 2023, 2.6% in 2024) has driven GDP but worsened housing affordability and lowered per capita purchasing power, requiring better housing alignment.
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