More than 1 million Indian nationals in Canada, including students, temporary workers and their families, could soon lose their legal immigration status under new changes to Canadian temporary residency rules. The shift has sparked concern among migrant communities and experts, who warn that strict residency conditions, tightened work permit regulations and rising application backlogs may push many Indians into precarious situations.
Under the revised framework, individuals who fail to extend or transition their temporary visas within specified timelines may be rendered out of status, affecting access to employment, healthcare, education and travel rights. Critics argue that the policy shift disproportionately impacts Indian nationals, who represent one of the largest foreign student and worker groups in Canada’s migrant population.
Immigration specialists and community leaders have urged the Canadian government to revisit the changes, calling for flexibility, clearer transition pathways and support mechanisms to protect long-term contributors to the country’s economy. They argue that without timely reforms, many high-skilled workers and students could face uncertainty, financial strain, or forced repatriation.
The issue also underscores broader debates around immigration policy, labour market needs and the balance between border control and humane treatment of temporary residents. As pressure mounts, stakeholders await possible responses from policymakers that could help safeguard legal status and future prospects for affected Indians in Canada.
