Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, has announced a significant reduction in the intake of temporary foreign workers, signaling a departure from the nation’s previously liberal immigration stance.
Miller highlighted a notable increase in the admission of temporary residents in recent years, prompting the need for adjustments to improve system efficiency.
While recognising the importance of temporary foreign workers in addressing labour shortages, Miller emphasised the need for enhancements to the system. The Federal Government plans to limit the number of temporary residents to no more than five percent of the national population over the next three years, down from the current 6.2 percent, which amounts to roughly 2.5 million individuals.
This adjustment comes amidst Canada’s substantial population growth driven by high immigration levels, which are beginning to outpace job creation. The surge encompasses international students, foreign workers filling employment gaps, and individuals displaced by conflicts and natural disasters.
