Canada launches pilot to track temporary residents with expired visas

On 2026-05-05, the Government of Canada launched a pilot programme to monitor the departures of temporary residents with expired visas, including international students, visitors, and temporary workers. Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab said the pilot was in process and would help Canada track entry and exit departures. The announcement was made in Ottawa before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration.