Canada Immigration Updates September 2025: Francophone Express Entry Draw, Manitoba MPNP Record Draw, TFWP Reform Proposal, New Manitoba Employer Programs

September 2025 Canada updates: IRCC issues 4,500 Francophone ITAs, Manitoba MPNP invites 3,347 candidates, Conservatives propose ending TFWP, and Manitoba launches EDI and TRRP programs. Go Canada Services offers expert immigration support.

Canada September 2025 Immigration Updates: Francophone Express Entry Draw, Manitoba MPNP Record Draw, TFWP Reform Proposal, and New Manitoba Employer Programs

Francophone Express Entry Draw, Manitoba MPNP Record Draw Introduction

September 2025 brings transformative updates to Canada’s immigration landscape, aligning with the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan (395,000 permanent residents, 673,650 temporary residents). On September 4, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a Francophone Express Entry draw, Manitoba held its largest-ever Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) draw, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre proposed abolishing the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), and Manitoba launched the Employer Direct Initiative (EDI) and Temporary Resident Retention Pilot (TRRP). These updates address the user’s Arabic request to refine the provided digest, integrating prior queries on Express Entry, OINP, LMIA, and Northwest Territories nominee programs. Go Canada Services, a trusted immigration firm since 2004, offers expert guidance, leveraging web and X sources for accuracy.

Express Entry Francophone Draw

IRCC conducted a targeted draw for French-speaking candidates to support Francophone immigration goals. Key details:

• Details: On September 4, 2025, Express Entry draw #365 issued 4,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for Francophone candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off of 446, 35 points lower than the previous Francophone draw. The tie-breaking rule was June 16, 2025, at 07:21:06 UTC. In 2025, Canada issued 61,569 ITAs across 35 Express Entry draws, with 25,500 for Francophone candidates.
• Context: The 2025–2027 plan targets 12% Francophone permanent residents by 2029, with 18,500 Francophone ITAs in 2025 to address bilingual labour needs (e.g., education, healthcare). X posts from @IRCCEng highlight lower CRS scores for Francophone draws (446 vs. 534 for CEC). As of September 1, 254,672 profiles were in the Express Entry pool.
• Impact: Francophone candidates with CRS 400–446 should optimize profiles with strong French proficiency (NCLC 7+) and Canadian experience (e.g., NOC 41200 for teachers). Those below the cut-off can pursue PNP nominations (e.g., Manitoba MPNP) for +600 CRS points.

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Manitoba’s Largest MPNP Draw Invites 3,347 Candidates

Manitoba conducted a record-breaking MPNP draw to address workforce shortages. Key findings:

• Details: On September 4, 2025, MPNP draw #253 issued 3,347 invitations: 1,481 under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream (1,466 Ukrainian nationals, 15 via strategic recruitment), and 1,866 under the International Education Stream. Of these, 415 were Express Entry candidates. Manitoba has invited 4,885 candidates in 2025, with 714 Express Entry invitations.
• Context: Manitoba’s 2025 PNP allocation (5,000 nominations) targets healthcare, education, and tech (NOC 33102, 41200, 21211). The focus on Ukrainians reflects ongoing support for 3,200 arrivals since 2022 (85% retention). X posts from @MBImmigration note streamlined processes via the MPNP portal. The International Education Stream supports post-graduation retention.
• Impact: Ukrainian nationals and international graduates with Manitoba job offers should apply via MPNP, ensuring CLB 7+ and Express Entry profiles for priority. Strategic recruitment candidates need employer endorsements in high-demand sectors.

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Conservatives Propose Ending TFWP

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre announced a controversial plan to reform the TFWP. Key points:

• Details: On September 4, 2025, Poilievre proposed abolishing the TFWP to prioritize Canadian workers, citing 7.4% youth unemployment and 400,000 long-term unemployed Canadians. In H1 2025, 105,000 TFWP permits were issued, exceeding the 82,000 cap. The plan retains an agricultural labour program and includes a transition period for low-unemployment regions.
• Context: The TFWP supports 140,000 workers in 2025, down from 2024, with 60% transitioning to PR (2010–2014 cohort). X posts from @CdnImmigration and @StatCan_eng note wage suppression concerns in low-wage sectors (e.g., NOC 85100). Poilievre’s August 20 deportation policy for criminal non-citizens complements this reform.
• Impact: TFWs should pursue PR pathways (e.g., CEC, PNP) to secure status before potential TFWP changes. Employers in non-agricultural sectors may face hiring challenges, requiring reliance on Canadian talent or alternative programs like Manitoba’s EDI.

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Manitoba Launches Enhanced Employer Immigration Programs

Manitoba introduced new programs to support employer-driven immigration. Key insights:

• Details: On September 2, 2025, Manitoba reopened the Employer Direct Initiative (EDI) with updated eligibility and streamlined processes. The Temporary Resident Retention Pilot (TRRP) was launched to help employers retain temporary residents already employed in Manitoba. Both programs target workforce needs in healthcare, tech, and education.
• Context: Manitoba’s 15% healthcare and 7% tech vacancy rates drive these initiatives. The EDI aligns with the MPNP’s 5,000 nominations, while the TRRP supports PR transitions for TFWs. X posts from @MBImmigration highlight employer engagement and retention success (70% employment rate for newcomers).
• Impact: Employers should apply via EDI for streamlined hiring in high-demand sectors (NOC 31100, 21211). Temporary residents with Manitoba jobs should leverage TRRP for PR pathways, ensuring valid permits and CLB 7+.

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Broader Context from Prior Queries

• Express Entry CEC Draw (September 3): 1,000 ITAs, CRS 534, targeting Canadian experience.
• OINP Draws (September 3): 1,893 ITAs (1,134 EJO FW, 759 EJO IS) for priority occupations.
• LMIA Processing Times (September 3): Global Talent Stream (8 days), Permanent Residence Stream (259 days), others updated.
• Northwest Territories Nominee: 197 spaces for 2025, prioritizing expiring permits.
• Express Entry PNP Draw (September 2): 249 ITAs, CRS 772.
• OINP Draws (September 2): 2,643 ITAs targeting healthcare and education.
• Quebec Arrima (August 28): 233 invitations, prioritizing PhD holders.
• Immigration Targets: 246,300 PRs in seven months, on track for 395,000.
• Study Permit Decline: 50% drop to 143,485 applications in H1 2025, 48% approval rate.
• Ontario Labour Mobility: “As of Right” reform (January 2026) for certified workers.
• Newfoundland Draw (August 29): 202 invitations (125 NLPNP, 77 AIP).
• CBSA AI Screening: Traveller Compliance Indicator set for 2027.

Other Key Updates

• Biometrics for Citizenship: Mandatory fingerprints/facial recognition starting 2026–2027 ($85–$170).
• Afghan Refugee Crisis: 3,000 Afghans in Tajikistan face deportation; IRCC works with UNHCR.
• American Refugee Claims: 245 claims in H1 2025, driven by transgender issues.
• Poilievre’s Deportation Policy: Immediate deportation for criminal non-citizens (August 20, 2025).
• Express Entry Medical Exams: Mandatory upfront exams starting August 21, 2025 ($140–$280).
• PEI Healthcare Recruitment: 20 US professionals (physicians, nurses) since January 2025.
• Alberta Tourism Mission: Targets $25 billion in visitor spending via Asia (August 28, 2025).

Immigration and Settlement Strategies

• Francophone Express Entry Applicants: Optimize CRS with NCLC 7+ French proficiency and Canadian experience (NOC 41200). Pursue PNP nominations (e.g., MPNP) for +600 CRS points if below 446.
• MPNP Applicants: Ukrainian nationals and international graduates should apply via MPNP with Manitoba job offers, ensuring CLB 7+ and Express Entry profiles. Strategic recruitment requires employer endorsements.
• TFWP Applicants: Transition to PR via CEC or PNP before potential program changes. Agricultural workers should confirm eligibility for the retained program.
• EDI/TRRP Applicants: Employers should use EDI for hiring in high-demand sectors (NOC 31100). Temporary residents should leverage TRRP for PR, maintaining valid permits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What was the Express Entry Francophone draw on September 4, 2025?
  IRCC issued 4,500 ITAs for Francophone candidates with a CRS cut-off of 446, 35 points lower than the prior draw.
• What was Manitoba’s MPNP draw on September 4, 2025?
  Manitoba invited 3,347 candidates: 1,481 Skilled Worker in Manitoba (1,466 Ukrainians), 1,866 International Education Stream, including 415 Express Entry candidates.
• What is the Conservative proposal for the TFWP?
  Pierre Poilievre proposed abolishing the TFWP to prioritize Canadian workers, retaining an agricultural program and a transition period for low-unemployment regions.
• What are Manitoba’s new EDI and TRRP programs?
  The Employer Direct Initiative (EDI) streamlines hiring, and the Temporary Resident Retention Pilot (TRRP) helps retain employed temporary residents for PR.

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