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Canada’s Immigration Collapse: Why Student & Worker Approvals Are Plummeting in 2025

Canada’s Immigration Collapse: Why Student & Worker Approvals Are Plummeting in 2025

Update: 2025-09-17
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Canada is facing an unprecedented immigration crisis. In this episode of The Borderlines Canadian Immigration Law Podcast, we unpack the shocking decline in approvals for international student permits and temporary foreign worker permits. Despite Ottawa’s stated goal of a 10% reduction in 2025, actual approval rates have plummeted by 60–70% compared to 2024.

We explore:

  • The role of unclear policies and automated refusals in the collapse

  • The devastating impact on colleges, universities, and the Canadian economy

  • Why public support for immigration is declining

  • The human toll on applicants, families, and Canada’s global reputation

Whether you’re an immigration professional, international student, or policymaker, this episode offers critical insights into Canada’s rapidly shifting immigration landscape.

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Canada’s Immigration Collapse: Why Student & Worker Approvals Are Plummeting in 2025

Canada’s Immigration Collapse: Why Student & Worker Approvals Are Plummeting in 2025

Andy Rodriguez