Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that Canada has exceeded its 2025 target for Francophone immigration outside Quebec, admitting 8.9% of French-speaking permanent residents compared to the 8.5% goal. This marks the fourth consecutive year these targets have been surpassed, reflecting successful collaboration with provinces, territories, and community groups.
As part of the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan, Canada will continue raising targets for French-speaking admissions, reaching 9% in 2026, 9.5% in 2027, and 10.5% in 2028, aiming for 12% by 2029. The plan includes setting aside 5,000 federal selection spots for provinces and territories to designate Francophone immigrants, supplementing Provincial Nominee Program allocations.
Key initiatives supporting this effort include the French-language proficiency category within the Express Entry system, the Francophone Mobility program, and the Welcoming Francophone Communities initiative. These measures aim to address labour needs and bolster the vitality of Francophone and Acadian minority communities throughout Canada outside Quebec.
IRCC highlights the importance of these steps in promoting official languages and strengthening the workforce, consistent with government priorities announced in Budget 2025.
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