Canada has unveiled a new immigration policy aimed at attracting global tech talent, healthcare professionals, and skilled tradespeople. The system, launching in early 2026, will use AI-driven screening to fast-track applications from high-demand sectors.
This move comes amid Canada’s labor shortage, especially in provinces like Ontario and British Columbia. The government has confirmed new bilateral agreements with India and Bangladesh to facilitate applicant pools.
Nepal and Bhutanese tech workers and students may also benefit through third-country sponsorship pathways. South Asian educational consultants have welcomed the changes, predicting a surge in applications from the region.