IRCC application backlog slowly shrinking despite higher number of applications

The recent update provides the following report:

Permanent residence

290,500

IRCC breaks down its backlog projections for PR applications into three categories.

  • Federal High Skilled Workers, such as those who are in an Express Entry program.
  • Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
  • Family sponsorship

Citizenship

67,900

Temporary residence

902,000

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