Migration Policy Institute
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Building a Mosaic: The Evolution of Canada’s Approach to Immigrant Integration
Long one of the world’s most welcoming immigrant destinations, Canada is often held up as a model for how to craft sound immigration policy in a multicultural democracy, with more than one of every five Canadian residents foreign born. It is was home to millions of immigrants, among the largest foreign-born populations in the world. Though economic considerations have largely driven Canada’s policy preference for highly skilled immigrant workers, the country has also recently become a leader in refugee resettlement.
Published Date: 05 July 2023DEI StrategyDiversityInclusionInclusivity StrategyENArticle