Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n November 1, 2017\u2014Toronto, ON\u2014<\/strong>Canada has long seen immigration as a driving force behind its innovation and economic vitality. Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, revealed a groundbreaking multi-year immigration strategy<\/a> designed to increase the number of permanent residents Canada accepts each year.<\/p>\n Starting with 310,000 newcomers in 2018, the plan aims to welcome 330,000 by 2019 and 340,000 by 2020. This structured approach will help Canada reach its goal of immigrants making up one percent of the population by 2020, fostering innovation and significantly contributing to the nation’s economic prosperity.<\/p>\n The multi-year immigration framework is essential to support Canadian businesses and meet labour market demands, especially with an aging population and declining workforce growth. With 60 percent of new arrivals falling under the economic category, the plan responds to the unanimous call from provinces and territories for more immigrants to stimulate growth.<\/p>\n Increased immigration levels will help reduce backlogs and expedite processing times for family reunification, including spouses, children, and grandparents. Additionally, the plan reaffirms Canada’s commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals.<\/p>\n Canada’s immigration system uniquely supports newcomers by helping them transition, learn official languages, secure employment, and integrate into communities. The gradual increase in immigration will allow partners to plan and collaborate with governments to maintain excellent results for newcomers.<\/p>\n \u201cThis historic multi-year immigration levels plan will benefit all Canadians because immigrants will contribute their talents to support our economic growth and innovation, helping to keep our country at the forefront of the global economy.\u201d<\/p>\n \u2013 The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Hursh Jaswal<\/strong>Transformative Immigration Plan Unveiled<\/h2>\n
Economic Growth and Community Integration<\/h2>\n
Addressing Labour Market Needs<\/h3>\n
Fast-Tracking Family Reunification<\/h3>\n
Ensuring Effective Integration<\/h3>\n
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Minister\u2019s Office
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-954-1064<\/p>\n