Canada welcomed over 24,000 new permanent residents in January 2026

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) processed 32,400 permanent residence applications and welcomed 24,100 new residents in January 2026. The department also granted citizenship to 227,300 individuals between April 2025 and January 2026. During the same month, IRCC finalized 34,200 study permit applications and 136,700 work permit applications, including extensions. These numbers reflect Canada's ongoing commitment to maintaining robust immigration pathways for students, workers, and families seeking to build their futures in the country. The data demonstrates consistent progress in reducing application backlogs while supporting the nation's economic and demographic goals through strategic immigration management.

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