CMS, in partnership with the IRPP’s Centre of Excellence on the Canadian Federation and the Institute for Research on Migration and Society (IRMS), is launching a new series that explores how immigration policy is evolving — and what it means for Canada.
In the face of changing migration and integration dynamics in Canada, as migration becomes a contested issue, Canada’s Changing Immigration Landscape (CCIL) will enhance and inform decision-making and debate. It will do so by:
- Synthesizing and disseminating knowledge based on high-quality research and data in clear, accessible language;
- Producing original research on migration in Canada that speaks to and has direct implications for public policies; and
- Supporting informed and inclusive debate and dialogue on migration and integration policies in Canada, at the federal, provincial and municipal levels.
This initiative is led by Charles Breton, Executive Director of the Centre of Excellence on the Canadian Federation; Irene Bloemraad, Co-director of the Centre for Migration Studies and Chair of Global Migration at the University of British Columbia; and Mireille Paquet, Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Concordia University.
“CMS seeks to bridge scholarship, policy, and community. That’s why we’re proud to collaborate on a series that translates cutting-edge migration research into timely, practical insights on Canadian immigration issues.”
Now live: Two insightful data briefs
The launch of Canada’s Changing Immigration Landscape begins with two important data briefs:
- Temporary Residence in Canada: A Patchwork of Rules
This brief maps the fragmented and shifting conditions faced by Canada’s growing population of temporary residents, highlighting the implications for labour access, family reunification, and long-term settlement.
- From Temporary to Permanent Residency: Recent Trends in Canada’s Two-Step Immigration Selection
This brief draws on Statistics Canada data to show that nearly half of new permanent residents now transition from temporary status, with provinces emerging as key players in shaping economic immigration pathways.
Throughout 2025 and 2026, Canada’s Changing Immigration Landscape will continue to unpack the evolving role of local governments, the impact of international dynamics, and the policy challenges ahead.
