Canada's immigration system has become unclear and weakened due to recent changes. Former Prime Minister Pierre Elliot Trudeau introduced multiculturalism as a government policy on October 8, 1971, encouraging immigration from non-European countries.
Over the years, improvements were made, including a point-based system for selecting immigrants based on skills and education, and codifying humanitarian goals like refugee settlement.
Former Canadian Prime Minister, Pierre Elliot Trudeau announced multiculturalism as an official government policy on October 8, 1971
Recent changes have created confusion and uncertainty in the immigration system, resulting in lost opportunities. To achieve national development goals, long-term targets need to be set.
On October 24, 2024, Former Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, announced the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan.
Author's summary: Canada's immigration system needs reform.