Canada's Immigration System Faces Challenges
Reactionary changes to immigration in recent years have weakened a once popular system.
Historical Background
Former Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Elliot Trudeau announced multiculturalism as an official government policy on October 8, 1971, encouraging immigration from non-European countries.
Key Developments
- Introduction of the point-based system to select immigrants based on skills and education
- Codifying of humanitarian goals like refugee settlement
Recent Changes and Concerns
The recent changes have created confusion and uncertainty in the immigration system, resulting in lost opportunities and disappointment.
We need to set up long-term targets to achieve national development goals.
On October 24, 2024, Marc Miller, Former Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan.
Author's summary: Canada's immigration system needs reform.
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