Marc Miller, Canada's Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, has recently introduced a comprehensive plan aimed at strengthening the country's immigration system. This plan includes reforms to address the challenges posed by increasing numbers of temporary foreign workers, the growing demand for international student permits, and the need to improve processing for asylum claims​.
The government has recognized the need to scale back some pandemic-era measures, such as work permit relaxations, and is focusing on enforcing stricter conditions for work permits and study permits. This includes capping international student numbers and imposing new limits on off-campus working hours for students. In addition, there are efforts to streamline the asylum process by addressing fraud and improving the housing and support systems for asylum seekers​.
Miller’s initiative also highlights a shift toward more sustainable immigration practices, with a commitment to maintaining Canada’s humanitarian tradition while balancing economic and social considerations. These changes are part of a broader vision to ensure that Canada’s immigration system remains effective and aligned with the country’s long-term goals
