Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has reported that for the fourth consecutive year, Canada exceeded its 2025 goal for admitting French-speaking permanent residents outside Quebec, achieving 8.9% of such admissions. This surpasses the target of 8.5%, with over 29,500 Francophone immigrants admitted in 2025.
Looking ahead, the 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan sets progressively higher targets for Francophone immigration outside Quebec, rising from 9% in 2026 to 10.5% by 2028. To support this, the federal government will allocate 5,000 dedicated selection spaces for French-speaking immigrants, in addition to the existing Provincial Nominee Program quotas. These initiatives aim to strengthen Francophone and Acadian minority communities and address labor shortages with skilled immigrants.
The Express Entry system continues to play a key role as the primary application platform for skilled workers, including those applying through Francophone-focused streams. Programs like the French-language proficiency category and the Francophone Mobility program support the integration of French-speaking newcomers nationwide.
These efforts align with Canada’s broader immigration and official language priorities, underscoring a commitment to expanding the Francophone population outside Quebec while contributing to economic growth and workforce needs.
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