Canada Immigration Backlog 2026: PR Approvals Drop Sharply in January
The Canada Immigration Backlog 2026 is back in focus after new data revealed a sharp slowdown in permanent resident approvals. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), Canada approved just 24,140 permanent residents in January 2026, marking a 29% decline year-over-year. This is the lowest January intake since post-pandemic recovery, raising concerns about whether…