Ottawa: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau admitted that the federal government could have acted faster to curb misuse of immigration programs, citing “bad actors” like corporations, colleges, and scammers exploiting the system. Canada plans to reduce permanent residents by 20%, capping at 365,000 in 2027, and tighten temporary worker permits to stabilize population growth and align with housing supply. Trudeau emphasized the need to address these issues for fairer policies. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre criticized Trudeau for reversing his own policies and promised reforms tying immigration rates to housing, healthcare, and job availability.