Canada urged to create 10-year residency path for long-term contributors

A new proposal calls for Canada to establish a legal pathway to permanent residence for individuals who have lived in the country for ten years or more. The Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association argues that thousands of people currently work, pay taxes, and raise families here while remaining legally temporary. The proposed policy would require proof of continuous presence, a clean record, and evidence of integration through tax filings or employment. Supporters say this approach recognizes contribution over time, fills labour market gaps, and brings people out of legal limbo. Critics worry about fairness to applicants waiting abroad, but advocates note these residents are already embedded in Canadian society.

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