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Canada's Population Growth Slows Amid Immigration Policy Changes

9/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Canada’s population grew 47,098 in Q2 2025, 0.1% rise, lowest since 1946.
This slowdown followed a large outflow of non-permanent residents, nearly 60,000 departing.
Temporary residents peaked at 3.15 million October 2024 and fell to 3.02 million by July 2025, while asylum claims rose 25%.
Immigration policy changes in 2024 aimed to limit non-permanent residents, including cuts to study permits.

History

Historical Context

In 1946, Canada welcomed over 1 million new residents due to returning soldiers and favorable immigration policies. This post-war population surge marked a significant demographic shift. In contrast, the 2025 increase of only 47,098, alongside a loss of nearly 60,000 non-permanent residents, underscores ongoing challenges in immigration policy and population stability amid a 25% rise in asylum claims.

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Story summary

Canada’s population grew 47,098 in Q2 2025, 0.1% rise, lowest since 1946.
This slowdown followed a large outflow of non-permanent residents, nearly 60,000 departing.
Temporary residents peaked at 3.15 million October 2024 and fell to 3.02 million by July 2025, while asylum claims rose 25%.
Immigration policy changes in 2024 aimed to limit non-permanent residents, including cuts to study permits.

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