Why does Canada welcome over 400,000 immigrants per year?
Immigration Canada's goal is to continuously increase the number of immigrants to strengthen the economy, unite families and provide humanitarian assistance to refugees. Immigration to Canada is divided into three categories: · Economic Class · Family Class · Refugee Class The economic category includes immigrants selected on the basis of their ability to contribute to the Canadian economy, whether through their ability to meet labour market needs, own or run a business, make a significant investment, or own a job. The family category includes immigrants sponsored by Canadian citizens or permanent residents. The goal is for family members and couples to meet and live together in Canada. These immigrants are granted permanent resident status because of their relationship to their spouse, partner, parent, grandparent, child, or other relatives. Th...