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Canada's Healthcare Sees Surge in Foreign Workers

8/31/2025

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From 2000 to 2022, 58% of temporary foreign workers (TFWs) in healthcare obtained permanent residence, with India (57%) and the Philippines (77%) being significant contributors.
The number of TFWs in Canada's healthcare system rose from 3,200 to 57,500, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Immigration pathways for healthcare professionals include Express Entry and provincial nominee programs, indicating strong demand.
Canada plans to decrease temporary residents from 7% to 5% of the population by 2026, facing immigration target challenges.

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Story summary

From 2000 to 2022, 58% of temporary foreign workers (TFWs) in healthcare obtained permanent residence, with India (57%) and the Philippines (77%) being significant contributors.
The number of TFWs in Canada's healthcare system rose from 3,200 to 57,500, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Immigration pathways for healthcare professionals include Express Entry and provincial nominee programs, indicating strong demand.
Canada plans to decrease temporary residents from 7% to 5% of the population by 2026, facing immigration target challenges.