If you’re in Canada on a study permit, work permit, or other temporary status, you’re in one of the strongest positions for permanent residence (PR). The 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan explicitly prioritizes in-Canada transitions, with up to 64% of PR spots allocated to economic immigrants by 2028 including a new pathway for 33,000 work permit holders. As of December 2025, temporary residents like you account for 80% of successful economic PR admissions. At Worldbridge, we guide hundreds through this every year here’s your clear roadmap under current rules. Why Temporary Residents Have an Advantage IRCC favors those already integrated: paying taxes, gaining Canadian experience, and contributing economically. Recent draws and policies reflect this: Success rates: 70-80% for in-Canada temps vs....