Canada’s 2027 Immigration Targets: PR, Student and Work Permit Numbers in One Table

Thinking of moving to Canada in 2027 to work, study or settle? The first thing to understand is how many places Canada plans to offer. Every year, the government sets targets for permanent residents and temporary arrivals.

Under the current plan, Canada aims for 380,000 new permanent residents in 2027, with about 150,000 new international students and 220,000 new temporary workers. A new plan covering 2027 to 2029 is due by 1 November 2026, so these numbers may be updated within days.

Short on time? Here is the quick answer.

Permanent Residence Targets

Temporary Resident Targets

What These Numbers Mean for You

Why the New Plan Matters

Canada usually releases its new plan around 1 November. The 2026 to 2028 plan was released on 5 November 2025. The new plan will replace the notional 2027 figures above with firm targets, and it may adjust the balance between temporary and permanent residents.

What You Can Do Now

1. Check whether you qualify for Express Entry or a provincial programme.
2. Improve your language scores, as they strongly affect your ranking.
3. Students should confirm whether they need a provincial attestation letter.
4. Read the new plan as soon as it is released.

How the Levels Plan Works

Every year, Canada publishes a three year plan. The first year has firm targets. The next two years are notional, which means they are a guide and can change. The 2027 numbers in this article are notional figures from the 2026 to 2028 plan.

The new plan, covering 2027 to 2029, will turn 2027 into a firm year. It may keep the same numbers, raise them or cut them. Look closely at the economic category and at temporary resident numbers, because these have changed the most in recent plans.

The plan also affects draws in Express Entry and the number of provincial nominations. When targets are lower, competition for each invitation can be stronger.

Words You Will See

New to these terms? Here is what they mean in plain English.

Before You Rely on Any Figure

The table above comes from the 2026 to 2028 levels plan. The new plan due in early November 2026 may change the 2027 figures. Rules, fees and dates change, so check the official government website on the day you act. For questions about your own case, speak to a licensed immigration lawyer or an authorised representative. World Visa Academy is a training academy; it does not file applications or guarantee any visa or outcome.

The Honest Summary

Canada plans 380,000 permanent residents in 2027 and fewer new students and workers. The new plan will confirm or change these numbers soon, so check it before you decide.