--- title: Canada’s Leaders Back Stronger Francophone Immigration in 2025 description: Canada backs more Francophone immigration. Learn about new 2025 targets, Saskatchewan’s job growth, and a refugee’s journey to business success. image: https://askaia.ca/hubfs/blog/canada-leaders-back-stronger-francophone-immigration-in-2025.png --- [![AskAïa](https://askaia.ca/hubfs/logo-askaia/askaia_logo-1.svg "AskAïa")](https://askaia.ca/?hsLang=en) [![AskAïa](https://askaia.ca/hubfs/logo-askaia/askaia_logo-1.svg "AskAïa")](https://askaia.ca/?hsLang=en) - [About](https://askaia.ca/en/about-us) - HR Solutions - [Aïa Comply](https://askaia.ca/en/aia-comply) - [Aïa Guide](https://askaia.ca/en/aia-guide) - [Aïa Permits](https://askaia.ca/en/aia-permits) - [Aïa Services](https://askaia.ca/en/aia-professional-services) - English - [Français](https://askaia.ca/fr/blogue/les-chefs-politiques-canadiens-appuient-immigration-francophone) [Log In](https://app.askaia.ca/login) Book a Demo Book a Demo Book a Demo - [About](https://askaia.ca/en/about-us) - HR Solutions - [Aïa Comply](https://askaia.ca/en/aia-comply) - [Aïa Guide](https://askaia.ca/en/aia-guide) - [Aïa Permits](https://askaia.ca/en/aia-permits) - [Aïa Services](https://askaia.ca/en/aia-professional-services) [Login](https://app.askaia.ca/login) Visa Questions?Ask Aïa Book a Demo # Canada’s Leaders Back Stronger Francophone Immigration in 2025 [![Antony Diaz](https://askaia.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Admis-Antony%20Diaz-Square.jpg?width=40&height=40&name=Admis-Antony%20Diaz-Square.jpg)](https://askaia.ca/blog/author/antony-diaz) by [Antony Diaz Co-Founder Antony Diaz is the Co-Founder of AskAïa, leading the development of AI-driven solutions to simplify the Canadian immigration process. With a strong background in artificial intelligence and business strategy, he focuses on making immigration guidance more accessible and efficient. Passionate about innovation, Antony is dedicated to helping newcomers navigate their journey with confidence.](https://askaia.ca/blog/author/antony-diaz) 2 min read 4/20/25, 7:01 AM ![Canada backs more Francophone immigration. Learn about new 2025 targets, Saskatchewan’s job growth, and a refugee’s journey to business success.](https://askaia.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/blog/canada-leaders-back-stronger-francophone-immigration-in-2025-.jpg?width=600&height=600&name=canada-leaders-back-stronger-francophone-immigration-in-2025-.jpg) Canada’s Leaders Back Stronger Francophone Immigration in 2025 3:40 #### Can Canada meet its growing demand for French-speaking newcomers? This article breaks down party leaders’ pledges to boost Francophone immigration. Also, learn how Saskatchewan is leading job growth and how a Syrian refugee became a Canadian business icon. ### [![Check Your Fastest Path to PR](https://hubspot-no-cache-na3-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/44313412/c1ff9017-3710-47a4-9100-5d49e38a86db.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na3-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/44313412/c1ff9017-3710-47a4-9100-5d49e38a86db) #### What you are going to learn in this article - [Top Story:  Political Unity Builds Momentum for Francophone Immigration](https://askaia.ca/blog/canada-leaders-back-stronger-francophone-immigration-in-2025#section-1) - [Saskatchewan’s Focus: Leading Job Creation in Canada](https://askaia.ca/blog/canada-leaders-back-stronger-francophone-immigration-in-2025#section-2) - [Success Snapshot: From Syrian Refugee to Canadian Business Icon](https://askaia.ca/blog/canada-leaders-back-stronger-francophone-immigration-in-2025#section-3) ## Top Story:  Political Unity Builds Momentum for Francophone Immigration Can French-speaking newcomers expect more immigration support in 2025? During the federal debates, party leaders agreed on one thing: Canada needs more Francophone immigrants. Here's what each party said—and what it means for your path to permanent residency. #### **Key Takeaways** - **12% Target**: Liberals propose a new goal for Francophone immigration. - **Cross-Party Support**: All major leaders endorse boosting French-speaking immigration. - **Provincial Role**: Conservatives push for Quebec-led immigrant selection. ### All Eyes on Francophone Immigration Targets At the heart of the 2025 federal debates, immigration took center stage—especially the need to support French-speaking newcomers outside Quebec. Liberal leader Mark Carney proposed raising the national target to 12%, building on recent gains. In 2023 and 2024, Canada surpassed its previous 6% goal, reaching over 7% Francophone immigration outside Quebec. This upward trend reflects a growing consensus: supporting Francophone communities helps address demographic gaps and labor shortages in health care, construction, and education. For more on how Canada’s immigration policies are shifting, explore [Francophone Boost Across Canada](https://askaia.ca/blog/canada-in-5-francophone-boost-accross-canada?hsLang=en). ### Shared Goals, Different Approaches While the Liberals focus on setting clear federal targets, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre emphasized expanding access to French immersion programs and giving Quebec more control over immigrant selection. He called the 12% target "reasonable" and stressed the importance of integration. Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet centered his message on Quebec’s sovereignty and language protection. Meanwhile, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh advocated for scrapping the Safe Third Country Agreement, indirectly supporting Francophone asylum seekers from places like Haiti. See how [Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Plan](https://askaia.ca/blog/canada-immigration-2025-2027-how-these-5-policy-changes-affect-you?hsLang=en) could shape these proposals. ### What It Means for Immigrants If you speak French and dream of building a life in Canada, now is the time. With broad political support and higher immigration targets, your chances may be stronger than ever. [See if you're eligible for Francophone programs](https://askaia.ca/en/assessment-express-entry?hsLang=en) with AskAïa today. ## Saskatchewan’s Focus: Leading Job Creation in Canada Saskatchewan is showcasing the [strongest labour market in the country](https://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2025/april/04/saskatchewan-delivers-strongest-labour-market-in-canada-with-highest-job-creation-and-lowest-unemplo). With the highest job growth rate and the lowest unemployment, the province’s strategy to align workforce development with economic expansion is paying off—particularly in construction, health, and education. #### **Key Takeaways:** - Saskatchewan led Canada in job growth with 19,800 jobs added year-over-year. - The province recorded the lowest unemployment rate nationwide at 4.9%. - Construction, health, and education saw the biggest employment increases. ## Success Snapshot: From Syrian Refugee to Canadian Business Icon After fleeing war-torn Syria, Tareq Hadhad rebuilt his family’s chocolate business in Nova Scotia. In just a few years, [Peace by Chocolate](https://peacebychocolate.ca/) became a national brand, creating jobs and supporting newcomer integration. His journey is a powerful example of how immigrants drive innovation, resilience, and community impact across Canada. 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