Canada will introduce new 2026 permanent residency pathways to help temporary residents, skilled workers, and labour-shortage sectors transition to long-term settlement. The plan targets 33,000 temporary workers, expands fast-track PR for H-1B talent, and reopens key programs in caregiving, rural recruitment, and francophone integration. Sector-specific pathways for construction, agriculture, and fish processing aim to stabilise staffing and support economic growth while strengthening Canada’s travel, tourism, and broader labour market.