Canada to reduce number of temporary workers, residents

The Canadian government has made the unique decision to decrease the number of temporary residents for the first time. This declaration comes after Canada’s immigration minister, Marc Miller, stated that there will be a reduction of 5 to 6.2 percent in the number of temporary residents, including those with work permits.

Moreover, Canada’s Minister for Employment mentioned in a press conference that the government plans to decrease the number of foreign workers, with potential cuts of 20 to 30 percent, excluding the agricultural sector.

According to international media reports, the number of temporary residents in Canada currently exceeds 2.5 million, making up 6.2 percent of the Canadian population. Earlier, Canada’s Immigration Minister had hinted at forthcoming restrictions on the entry of foreign workers into the country starting from 2024.