In the 2022–2024 Immigration Levels Plan, Canada aims to welcome from 360,000 to 445,000 new permanent residents in 2022, from 380,000 to 465,000 in 2023, and 390,000 to 475,000 in 2024. The 2022–2024 Immigration Levels Plan includes targets that are higher than the preceding three yearly targets of the 2021–2023 Immigration Levels Plan, which set out to admit between 300,000 and 410,000, 320,000 to 420,000, and 330,000 to 430,000 new permanent residents in 2021, 2022, and 2023, respectively.

The 2022–2024 Immigration Levels Plan will drive economic growth and resiliency, reunite families, and protect democratic and human rights – priorities as Canada moves forward to become more prosperous and to remain a world leader in refugee resettlement.

Looking forward to implementing the Levels Plan in 2022–2023, the easing of border restrictions and increased travel is expected to increase the number of clients who immigrate to Canada from overseas, however, it is anticipated that some challenges will remain related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, the Department will continue efforts to facilitate transition pathways from temporary residency to permanent residency, which will support economic recovery efforts and help retain the talent of temporary residents residing in Canada.