We should probably not be overly optimistic. IRCC's additional 100,000 places are clearly aimed at applicants who are already living and working in Canada, and SUV applicants tier 1 who already hold a work permit — or even a study permit — are almost certainly the priority group.
Startup Visa Program Timeline
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On top of these 100K additional spots, IRCC has also increased overall Quota for Federal Business to the maximum of 5000 for 2027. I expect they are gonna do the same for 2028 as well due to a lot of Mandamus applications being filed and granted in Federal Court. I also suspect higher refusal rate along with these measures to clear backlog.
Check this:
"We are making additional space for one year, outside of the Levels targets, to process permanent residence applications for specific groups of people who are in Canada and contributing to our communities.
This time-limited measure for people in Canada is not a new pathway and will not increase admissions on a recurring basis."
This time-limited measure for people in Canada is not a new pathway and will not increase admissions on a recurring basis."