International Students To Canada Decline Sharply In 2025

Canada has long been a top destination for international students and workers, but 2025 marks a significant shift in its immigration landscape.

According to the latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), new arrivals of temporary residents have significantly declined.

Specifically study permit holders and Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) work permit holders—have significantly declined between January and June 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

What’s driving this change, and what do the numbers mean for Canada’s global appeal?

CHECK OUT 👇 the trends, numbers, and implications from tightened regulations to shifting demographics. 👇

A Sharp Decline in New Arrivals

Comparison with IRCC’s 2025 Temporary Resident Targets

Changing Demographics of Newcomers

Current Population Trends: A Mixed Picture

Canada’s Bold Reforms

Who’s Not Counted?

Implications for Canada’s Future

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