Canada has announced plans for an accelerated pathway for H-1B workers. Can you apply today? Not yet.
Alex Kim explains the commitment in Budget 2025 and its mention in IRCC’s consultation on Express Entry priorities for 2027. A proposed pathway is different from an open application program—and the 2027 consultation does not set a confirmed launch date for this H-1B initiative.
While the new pathway is being developed, Canadian immigration or work permit options may already be worth exploring, depending on your qualifications.
Explore your options and request a consultation:
CANADA AS PLAN B | Season 01 — U.S. to Canada
EP. 02: New H-1B Pathway?
Next episode: How some people can work in Canada without a Canadian job offer.
Official sources shown in this video:
Budget 2025 — Chapter 1: Recruiting International Talent
IRCC — 2026 consultations on economic priorities for category-based selection in Express Entry (2027 priorities; archived)
Separate earlier initiative:
IRCC — The 2023 H-1B open work permit intake is closed to new H-1B applicants.
Information as of October 13, 2026. Plans and requirements may change; individual eligibility applies.
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