–O. Adejo
The Canadian government has revealed plans to recruit 500,000 immigrants per year by 2025. This will aid in addressing the country’s labour shortage.
Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, released the 2023-2025 Immigration Levels Plan. He stated that the plan was created to assist businesses in finding workers with the skills they require in critical areas of the economy.
According to the immigration ministry’s report, Canada appears to be experiencing a labour shortage. This has created some uncertainty for the country’s businesses and workers.
Canada welcomed over 405,000 immigrants last year. This was the highest number recorded in a single year. The government intends to stick with this strategy and has set new goals for the coming years. 465,000 permanent positions wilSean Fraserl be available in 2023, 485,000 in 2024, and 500,000 in 2025.
Immigration has contributed to a 100 percent increase in Canada’s workforce growth, and the government expects immigration to contribute to a 100 percent increase in population growth. The plan also aims to attract newcomers to various parts of the country, including rural areas and small towns.
The Immigration Levels Plan serves as a guideline for the number of immigrants that Canada hopes to welcome each year. Growing the economy, reuniting families, and providing asylum to refugees fleeing persecution abroad are among Canada’s immigration goals.
Canada Unveils New Immigration Levels Plan Amidst Labour Shortage