Canada Start Up Visa 2026: What Founders Need to Know About Delays and Priority Status

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Waiting Too Long for Your Canadian PR? 3 Smart Steps to Take Now

Processing delays for Canadian permanent residence (PR) applications have become a frustrating reality. The Start-up Visa Program (SUV) in particular has seen timelines increase dramatically from 20 months in 2020 to 53 months today. If your application has been delayed, there may be steps you can take to understand the cause — and potentially push for a decision.

What to Expect in 2025: Priorities for Canadian Immigration

As we move into 2025, Canada’s immigration landscape continues to evolve in response to shifting domestic priorities, global events, economic and labour market needs, and developments in technology. In anticipation of these changes, our team has put together a list of ten Canadian immigration developments likely to emerge in 2025.