Immigration Policies & Laws
What is the name of the 2002 law that outlines Canada’s immigration policies?
(A: The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act)
Name one factor that influences Canada’s immigration policies.
(A: Economic, political, security, or health factors)
What is a refugee?
(A: A person fleeing persecution, war, or violence and seeking protection in another country)
Which province has special control over its immigration policies under the Canada-Québec Accord?
(A: Québec)
What was the purpose of immigration policies in the late 1800s?
(A: To populate Western Canada and support economic growth)
What are the four major categories of immigrants under Canadian law?
(A: Economic immigrants, family class, refugees, and humanitarian cases)
Why does Canada accept more immigrants during times of labor shortages?
(A: To fill job gaps and support economic growth)
What percentage of Canadian immigrants are refugees?
(A: Around 13%)
Why does Québec prioritize French-speaking immigrants?
Why does Québec prioritize French-speaking immigrants?
Why did Canada exclude some groups from immigration in the early 1900s?
(A: Discriminatory policies favored Europeans and restricted Asian and African immigrants)
What does the Provincial Nomination Program allow provinces to do?
(A: Select immigrants who meet their specific economic needs)
How does immigration help Canada’s aging population?
(A: Immigrants contribute to the workforce and help sustain economic growth as the native population ages)
What international agreement guides Canada’s refugee policies?
(A: The United Nations Refugee Convention)
How do provincial immigration programs benefit smaller provinces?
(A: They help attract workers and support local economies with specific job needs)
How has Canada’s immigration policy changed in recent decades?
(A: It now focuses on economic growth, diversity, and humanitarian concerns rather than race or nationality)
How do collective rights influence Canada’s immigration policies?
(A: They require Canada to respect the linguistic and cultural diversity of groups like Francophones and First Nations)
How do security concerns impact immigration policies?
(A: Canada screens immigrants for security threats, denying entry to those suspected of terrorism or espionage)
How did the Singh Decision impact refugees in Canada?
(A: It gave them the right to a fair hearing under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms)
What is the role of settlement services in immigration?
(A: They help newcomers integrate by providing language classes, job assistance, and community support)
What future challenges might Canada’s immigration system face?
(A: Balancing economic needs, security, and social integration of newcomers)
How did the Singh Decision of 1985 change refugee rights in Canada?
(A: It ensured refugees have the right to an in-person hearing and essential services while waiting for their case) and guarantees all people in Canada are protected by the Charter.
How do health factors influence immigration policies?
(A: Some immigrants may be denied entry if they have health conditions that could strain Canada’s healthcare system)
Why do some people argue against Canada’s refugee policies?
(A: Concerns about costs, security, or perceived abuse of the system)
How does immigration impact Indigenous communities in Canada?
(A: Some Indigenous groups argue that resources should focus on improving conditions for Indigenous peoples first)
Why do some Canadians support increasing immigration levels?
(A: To address labor shortages, boost economic growth, and support diversity)