This Statistics Canada report examines the education–occupation mismatch among recent immigrants in Canada. It illustrates the complex landscape of labour market integration, which is characterized by both progress and persistent challenges.

Some improvements have been observed since 2016. For example, there has been a decline in over-education rates and an uptick in levels of education–occupation match. These changes are often credited to the heightened demand for highly skilled workers and recent adjustments to immigrant selection policies.

Still, significant hurdles remain for many newcomers.

It is particularly noteworthy that there is an ongoing disparity among recent immigrants possessing foreign degrees. This emphasizes the need for ongoing initiatives to better align Canada’s immigration strategies with its dynamic labour market. Such efforts would facilitate better economic outcomes for all newcomers.