Canada Immigration and Job Market Updates September 2025: Job Crisis, Saskatchewan Growth, OINP Penalties, Chinese STEM Students’ Court Case

September 2025 Canada updates: 106,000 job losses amid TFWP expansion, Saskatchewan adds 16,500 jobs, OINP imposes $509,100 in penalties, Chinese STEM students sue IRCC for permit delays. Go Canada Services offers expert immigration support.

Canada September 2025 Immigration and Job Market Updates: Job Crisis, Saskatchewan Growth, OINP Penalties, and Chinese STEM Students’ Court Case

Job Crisis, Saskatchewan Growth Introduction

September 2025 highlights critical developments in Canada’s immigration and labour market, reflecting the challenges and opportunities within the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan (395,000 permanent residents, 673,650 temporary residents).

The Canadian job market faces a crisis with 106,000 job losses, Saskatchewan reports robust job growth, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) enforces $509,100 in penalties, and Chinese STEM students pursue a Federal Court case over study permit delays.

These updates address the user’s Arabic request to refine the provided digest, integrating prior queries on Express Entry, Manitoba MPNP, TFWP reform, LMIA, and Northwest Territories.

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Canadian Job Crisis Deepens: 106,000 Jobs Lost Amid TFWP Expansion

Canada’s labour market faces significant challenges, exacerbated by the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Key details:

• Details: Over the summer of 2025, Canada lost 106,000 jobs, with youth unemployment reaching post-recession highs (14.5% for ages 15–24, nearly 20% for teens). Concurrently, 105,000 TFWP permits were issued in H1 2025, exceeding the 82,000 cap. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre criticizes Prime Minister Mark Carney’s policies, citing wage suppression and 400,000 Canadians in long-term unemployment.
• Context: The TFWP supports 140,000 workers in 2025, down from 2024, with 60% transitioning to permanent residency (2010–2014 cohort). X posts from @CdnImmigration and @StatCan_eng highlight TFWP’s role in low-wage sectors (e.g., NOC 85100, 10% of food service jobs), with 7.4% Employment Insurance claim increases. Poilievre’s proposal to abolish TFWP (except for agriculture) aims to prioritize Canadian jobs.
• Impact: TFWs should pursue PR pathways (e.g., CEC, PNP) to secure status before potential reforms. Employers in non-agricultural sectors (e.g., hospitality, retail) may face hiring restrictions, requiring investment in Canadian talent or alternative programs like Manitoba’s EDI.

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Saskatchewan’s Immigration Potential Soars with 16,500 New Jobs

Saskatchewan’s economic strength enhances its appeal for immigrants. Key findings:

• Details: In August 2025, Saskatchewan added 16,500 full-time jobs year-over-year, reaching a record 534,300 positions, with an unemployment rate of 4.7% (vs. national 7.1%). Growth was strong in healthcare (12.8%), construction (11.4%), and hospitality (15%), with gains in Regina and Saskatoon.
• Context: Saskatchewan’s SINP allocation (7,250 nominations) targets healthcare (NOC 33102) and construction (NOC 72100). The province’s 2.5% population growth and low unemployment make it a prime destination. X posts from @SaskGov note immigration driving economic stability, with 70% SINP retention in priority sectors.
• Impact: Immigrants with skills in healthcare or construction should apply to SINP’s Skilled Worker or Express Entry streams, ensuring CLB 7+ and job offers. Employers can leverage SINP to address labour shortages, prioritizing candidates with local experience.

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OINP Enforces Integrity with $509,100 in Penalties

Ontario strengthens OINP oversight to ensure program integrity. Key points:

• Details: Since 2018, the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development imposed $509,100 in penalties on 77 legal representatives and employers (21 consultants, 55 employers, 1 lawyer) for violations like misleading information. OINP grew from 6,000 to 21,500 nominations in six years.
• Context: A 2024 Auditor General report flagged integrity issues, prompting stricter enforcement. OINP’s nine streams (e.g., EJO FW, EJO IS) support 15% healthcare and 8% education vacancy rates. X posts from @ONImmigration emphasize compliance via the Employer Portal, launched July 2, 2025.
• Impact: Applicants and employers must ensure accurate OINP applications, using regulated consultants (e.g., ICCRC members). Violations risk penalties or bans, impacting PR pathways. Candidates should align with priority NOCs (33102, 42100) for success.

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Chinese STEM Students Sue IRCC Over Study Permit Delays

Chinese graduate students challenge IRCC in court over processing delays. Key insights:

• Details: On September 4, 2025, 25 Chinese STEM graduate students filed a Federal Court case against IRCC, alleging discriminatory delays in study permit processing (over one year vs. standard four weeks). Delays have led to lost jobs and academic setbacks. IRCC claims uniform screening, while former CSIS director Ward Elcock cites security concerns.
• Context: Study permit applications dropped 50% to 143,485 in H1 2025, with a 48% approval rate. X posts from @IRCCEng note enhanced vetting for STEM fields (e.g., NOC 21200). The case may influence processing policies, impacting 1.1 million international students (September 2024).
• Impact: STEM students should submit complete applications early, including security clearances and proof of funds, to mitigate delays. Universities and employers may need to advocate for streamlined processing to retain talent.

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Prior Updates (Context from Previous Digests)

• Express Entry CEC Draw (September 3): 1,000 ITAs, CRS 534, targeting Canadian experience.
• Express Entry Francophone Draw (September 4): 4,500 ITAs, CRS 446, prioritizing French proficiency.
• Manitoba MPNP Draw (September 4): 3,347 invitations (1,481 Skilled Worker, 1,866 International Education).
• Manitoba EDI/TRRP (September 2): Employer Direct Initiative and Temporary Resident Retention Pilot launched.
• OINP Draws (September 3): 1,893 ITAs (1,134 EJO FW, 759 EJO IS).
• LMIA Processing Times (September 3): Global Talent Stream (8 days), Permanent Residence Stream (259 days).
• Northwest Territories Nominee: 197 spaces for 2025, prioritizing expiring permits.
• 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, 48% approval rate in H1 2025.
• Ontario Labour Mobility: “As of Right” reform (January 2026) for certified workers.

Immigration and Settlement Strategies

• Job Crisis/TFWP Applicants: Transition to PR via CEC or PNP (e.g., SINP, MPNP) before TFWP reforms. Focus on high-demand NOCs (33102, 72100) for job offers.
• Saskatchewan Applicants: Apply to SINP Skilled Worker or Express Entry streams with healthcare or construction experience, ensuring CLB 7+ and job offers.
• OINP Applicants: Use regulated consultants and align with priority NOCs (33102, 42100) to avoid penalties. Apply via Employer Portal for EJO streams.
• Chinese STEM Students: Submit complete study permit applications early, including security clearances and financial proof, to counter delays. Seek legal advice if impacted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Canadian job crisis in September 2025?
  Canada lost 106,000 jobs over summer 2025, with youth unemployment at 14.5% and 105,000 TFWP permits issued, prompting Conservative calls to abolish the program.
• How is Saskatchewan’s job market performing in September 2025?
  Saskatchewan added 16,500 full-time jobs, with a 4.7% unemployment rate, driven by healthcare (12.8%), construction (11.4%), and hospitality (15%).
• What penalties has OINP imposed for violations?
  Since 2018, OINP imposed $509,100 in penalties on 77 legal representatives and employers for misleading information or application inaccuracies.
• Why are Chinese STEM students suing IRCC?
  Twenty-five Chinese STEM students filed a Federal Court case against IRCC, alleging discriminatory study permit delays exceeding one year, impacting jobs and studies.

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