Canada's Immigration Levels Plan sets a target of 380,000 new permanent residents (PRs) in 2026, with a low range of 350,000. IRCC open data through July 2026 shows that Canada admitted about 188,800 PRs in the first seven months of the year, just under half of the target with more than half the year gone.
For applicants already in the system, including Express Entry candidates with an ITA, provincial nominees, and family sponsors, these figures show how quickly IRCC is finalizing files. This summary uses official data as compiled by Moving2Canada on September 16, 2026.
Monthly PR Admissions in 2026
July was the highest month of the year so far, up about 5,400 from June. To reach 380,000, Canada would need roughly 191,200 more admissions from August to December, or an average of about 38,200 per month. That is higher than any month recorded so far in 2026.
Breakdown by Category
Key observations:
Economic immigration makes up the largest share of the target but has reached only 46%. This category includes Express Entry (CEC, FSW, FST), provincial nominee programs such as the MPNP, and other federal economic programs.
Family class is the only major category ahead of schedule (63% after about 58% of the year).
The analysis notes that high Express Entry ITA volumes do not translate directly into admissions. One ITA can cover a spouse and dependent children, and there is a time lag between invitation, application, and landing.
For context: as of September 15, 2026, IRCC had held 55 Express Entry draws in 2026, issuing 128,732 ITAs. The Canadian Experience Class received the most (53,250), followed by French-language proficiency draws (50,500).
One-Time Initiatives Outside the Target
Two one-time initiatives are counted separately from the 380,000 target:
In-Canada Workers Initiative: about 13,000 processed against a goal of 20,000.
Protected Persons Initiative: about 21,000 processed against a goal of 46,000.
Together, they account for about 34,000 additional admissions.
What This Means for Applicants
Aggregate data does not predict the timeline for any individual file. Still, there are some practical points:
Economic-class applicants with submitted PR applications: The gap between ITAs issued and admissions suggests a substantial volume of files still in processing. Monitor IRCC's official processing times and keep medical exams, police certificates, and identity documents valid.
Work permit holders in Canada: If your permit expires while your PR is pending, review options such as a work permit extension or a Bridging Open Work Permit (BOWP), if eligible, rather than waiting on the PR decision.
Manitoba PNP nominees: After nomination, the PR application is still processed by IRCC and counted in the economic category. Overall timelines depend on both provincial and federal stages.
Family sponsorship applicants: The category is ahead of schedule, but actual processing times vary by relationship type and the applicant's country of residence.
Reliable sources: Rely on IRCC open data and official announcements rather than social media speculation. August figures are expected in the coming weeks.
Conclusion
After seven months, Canada has admitted about 188,800 permanent residents, just under half of the 2026 target. July was the strongest month of the year, but reaching 380,000 would require each of the remaining months to exceed it by roughly 5,700 admissions. Economic immigration, the category most relevant to people pursuing study, work, and PNP pathways, is behind pace. Upcoming monthly data will show the year-end trend more clearly.
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Data sources: IRCC Open Data, compiled by Moving2Canada (September 16, 2026); CIC News (September 2026).
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