In last week’s federal budget, Ottawa announced a one-time immigration measure that took policy-watchers by surprise: It plans to grant permanent residency to 200,000 temporary residents already in Canada.
The new spots would be in addition to the 380,000 spots previously allocated for permanent residents in 2026, an unexpected move given the Liberal government’s recent efforts to clamp down on immigration.
I’ll take ‘People are sick and tired of having their society trashed and economic security stolen so Carney’s corporate welfare pals can make a buck off our misery by importing cheap 3rd world labour" for 500 Alex.
— Blazingcatfur (@fancypants_s) November 10, 2026
