Canada Immigration Updates September 2025: TFWP Divisions, Refugee Claims, Housing Price Impact, Newfoundland Physiotherapist Program

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Canada September 2025 Immigration and Labour Updates: Job Losses, Asylum Data Risks, Minimum Wage Hikes, and Temporary Resident Trends

TFWP Divisions, Refugee Claims, Housing Price Impact Introduction

September 2025 brings critical updates to Canada’s immigration and labour landscape, aligning with the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan (395,000 permanent residents, 673,650 temporary residents).

The Labour Force Survey reports 56,000 job losses across Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta; a $68-million asylum digitization project raises privacy concerns; five provinces announce minimum wage increases for October 2025; and Canada hosts 2.36 million temporary residents, with significant transitions to permanent residency (PR).

These updates address the user’s Arabic request to refine the provided digest, integrating prior queries on Express Entry, Manitoba MPNP, TFWP reform, OINP penalties, and Saskatchewan jobs. Go Canada Services, a trusted immigration firm since 2004, offers expert guidance, leveraging web and X sources for accuracy.

Employment Declines in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta

Canada’s major provinces face significant job market challenges. Key details:

• Details: In August 2025, Ontario lost 26,000 jobs (-0.3%), totaling 66,000 losses (-0.8%) since February 2025, with unemployment at 7.7% due to fewer job seekers. British Columbia saw a 16,000 job decline (-0.5%), impacting core-aged men (25–54), while Alberta lost 14,000 jobs (-0.6%), reaching an 8.4% unemployment rate, the highest since 2017. Windsor, Ontario, reported Canada’s highest unemployment rate at 11.1%.
• Context: The national unemployment rate is 7.1%, with 106,000 job losses over summer 2025, per prior digest. X posts from @StatCan_eng note manufacturing and retail sectors (NOC 94100, 64100) driving declines in Ontario and BC, while Alberta’s losses stem from energy (NOC 83100). These trends contrast with Saskatchewan’s 16,500 job gains (4.7% unemployment).
• Impact: Job seekers in Ontario, BC, and Alberta should target resilient sectors like healthcare (NOC 33102) or construction (NOC 72100) and consider PNP pathways (e.g., OINP, AAIP) for stability. Employers may face hiring challenges, requiring alignment with high-demand NOCs.

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$68M Asylum Project Risks Refugee Data

A major asylum digitization initiative raises privacy concerns. Key findings:

• Details: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and the Immigration and Refugee Board failed to conduct mandatory privacy impact assessments for a $68-million asylum system digitization project, risking unauthorized access to sensitive refugee data. Treasury Board directives require assessments before modifying data collection methods.
• Context: Canada processed 11,163 refugee claims in July 2025, with a 291,975-case backlog, per prior updates. X posts from @IRCCEng and @CBSA_ASFC highlight CBSA’s Traveller Compliance Indicator (set for 2027) facing similar privacy scrutiny. The oversight affects 245 American and 3,000 Afghan claimants in H1 2025.
• Impact: Asylum seekers should ensure secure data submission and monitor application status via IRCC portals. Legal advocates may push for enhanced privacy protocols, impacting future digitization projects.

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Five Provinces Increase Minimum Wages in October 2025

Five provinces adjust minimum wages to address rising costs. Key points:

• Details: Starting October 1, 2025, Ontario raises its minimum wage by $0.40 to $17.60 (+$835 annually for full-time workers), Nova Scotia by $0.80 to $16.50 (largest percentage increase), Prince Edward Island by $0.50 to $16.50, Saskatchewan by an unspecified amount to $15.35, and Manitoba by an unspecified amount to $16.00.
• Context: These increases align with inflation (2.5% CPI in August 2025) and rising living costs ($22,000/year for singles in Ontario). X posts from @ONImmigration and @MBImmigration note impacts on low-wage sectors (e.g., NOC 85100, hospitality). The hikes support 15% of workers in these provinces.
• Impact: Low-wage workers (e.g., retail, hospitality) should confirm eligibility for new rates and explore PR pathways (e.g., OINP In-Demand Skills) to leverage wage gains. Employers may face higher labour costs, requiring budget adjustments.

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Canada’s 2.36 Million Temporary Residents Transition to PR

Temporary residents play a significant role in Canada’s immigration strategy. Key insights:

• Details: Canada hosts 2.36 million temporary residents: 546,562 study permit holders, 1.5 million work permit holders, and 312,010 with both permits. Over 100,000 transitioned to PR in H1 2025, representing 50% of new permanent residents (246,300 total). Existing applications follow pre-2025 rules, delaying new restrictions.
• Context: The 50% study permit application drop (143,485 in H1 2025, 48% approval rate) reflects tightened policies. X posts from @CdnImmigration note 60% PR transition for TFWs (2010–2014 cohort). The 2025 plan prioritizes economic PRs (213,300) via Express Entry and PNP.
• Impact: Temporary residents should pursue PR through CEC, PNP (e.g., MPNP, OINP), or Manitoba’s TRRP, ensuring valid permits and CLB 7+. Students should target PGWP-eligible programs to facilitate transitions.

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Prior Updates (Context from Previous Digests)

• 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.
• Canadian Job Crisis: 106,000 job losses in summer 2025, with 105,000 TFWP permits issued.
• Saskatchewan Job Growth: 16,500 full-time jobs added, 4.7% unemployment rate.
• OINP Penalties: $509,100 in fines since 2018 for program violations.
• Chinese STEM Students’ Lawsuit: 25 students sue IRCC over study permit delays.
• Express Entry CEC Draw (September 3): 1,000 ITAs, CRS 534.
• 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.

Other Key Updates

• TFWP Reform Proposal: Conservatives propose abolishing TFWP, retaining agricultural programs.
• Express Entry PNP Draw (September 2): 249 ITAs, CRS 772.
• Quebec Arrima (August 28): 233 invitations, prioritizing PhD holders.
• Biometrics for Citizenship: Mandatory fingerprints/facial recognition starting 2026–2027 ($85–$170).
• Afghan Refugee Crisis: 3,000 Afghans in Tajikistan face deportation; IRCC collaborates with UNHCR.
• Poilievre’s Deportation Policy: Immediate deportation for criminal non-citizens (August 20, 2025).

Immigration and Settlement Strategies

• Job Seekers in Ontario, BC, Alberta: Target healthcare (NOC 33102) or construction (NOC 72100) for job stability. Apply to OINP, AAIP, or BCPNP for PR pathways.
• Asylum Seekers: Use secure IRCC portals for applications and monitor privacy updates. Seek legal support for data protection concerns.
• Low-Wage Workers: Confirm new minimum wage eligibility (e.g., $17.60 in Ontario) and explore OINP In-Demand Skills or Manitoba TRRP for PR.
• Temporary Residents: Transition to PR via CEC, PNP, or TRRP, ensuring valid permits and CLB 7+. Students should select PGWP-eligible programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What employment declines occurred in August 2025?
  Ontario lost 26,000 jobs (-0.3%), British Columbia 16,000 (-0.5%), and Alberta 14,000 (-0.6%), with Windsor at 11.1% unemployment.
• What are the privacy concerns with the $68M asylum project?
  IRCC, CBSA, and IRB failed to conduct privacy impact assessments, risking unauthorized access to refugee data.
• Which provinces are increasing minimum wages in October 2025?
  Ontario ($17.60), Nova Scotia ($16.50), PEI ($16.50), Saskatchewan ($15.35), and Manitoba ($16.00) will raise minimum wages.
• How many temporary residents are in Canada, and how many transitioned to PR?
  Canada hosts 2.36 million temporary residents; over 100,000 transitioned to PR in H1 2025, 50% of new permanent residents.

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