Canada's accelerated pathway for H-1B visa holders
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- Canada to introduce new permanent residence pathways in 2026, prioritizing in-Canada applicants.
- Temporary resident to permanent resident pathway aims to transition 33,000 work permit holders by 2027.
- Accelerated PR pathway for US H-1B visa holders to attract skilled professionals in tech, healthcare, and research.
- New PR pathway for up to 14,000 construction workers, including 6,000 undocumented workers in Canada.
- Sector-specific stream for agriculture and fish processing workers to launch in 2025–2026.
- Replacement pathway for Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) expected in 2026 for skilled refugees.
- Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (Child Care and Home Support) may reopen in 2026.
- Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) to continue with possible updates in 2026.