Population Growth Trends After Migration Policy Changes

This technical report outlines the effects of recent changes in Canadian government policies regarding international migration and their impact on population growth trends. It begins with a background on international migration trends and the specific policy changes that have occurred. The report details the decline in new non-permanent residents and permanent residents, highlighting a 42% drop in new non-permanent residents from July 2024 to June 2025 compared to the previous year. The report also presents statistics on the projected population growth rates, indicating a dampening effect before a return to pre-COVID levels. It notes that while Alberta is expected to continue leading in population growth, many large and medium-sized urban areas may experience low growth or small declines in population over the next few years. The report concludes with observations on the concentration of non-permanent residents in various neighborhoods and the expected growth in smaller urban areas due to migration patterns.