Immigration Policy Factors
Economic reason Canada screens immigrants.
To avoid immigrants becoming a burden on social systems.
The year Canada began accepting refugees regularly, not just during crises.
1976
Group that should be consulted about immigration decisions.
Aboriginal peoples.
A program that lets provinces nominate immigrants.
The Provincial Nomination Program.
A document that guarantees the rights of all Canadians, including immigrants.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
A health-related reason someone might be denied entry.
If they pose a danger to public health or are an excessive demand on the healthcare system.
A reason someone might be considered a refugee.
Facing persecution for race, religion, political views, or social group.
A challenge Aboriginal peoples still face that immigrants also need support for.
Health, education, and employment.
Why provinces want to choose certain immigrants.
To meet regional labour market needs.
How the Charter affects immigration policies.
It can lead to policies being changed or challenged.
A political reason that might influence immigration policies.
To fill workforce needs in different sectors of the economy.
Why Canada's refugee policy changed in the 1970s.
World issues made it necessary to respond more consistently.
Why increasing immigration may create tension with Aboriginal communities.
Resources may be directed toward immigrants while existing needs go unmet.
How Québec strengthens the French language through immigration.
Requires immigrants’ children to attend French-language schools.
One major benefit Canada gets from immigration.
Cultural diversity.
What group is not required to qualify under the point system?
Refugees and family-class immigrants.
Type of treatment that qualifies someone as a refugee.
Cruel and unusual punishment or torture.
A concern for Aboriginal peoples regarding the job market.
Lack of access to training and employment opportunities.
What the Canada-Quebec Accord allows Québec to do.
Nominate immigrants and promote French-speaking newcomers.
Why immigration helps Canada’s population.
It offsets the low birth rate and prevents population decline.
What system is used to evaluate skilled workers and professionals?
The point system.
What does the shift to regular refugee acceptance reflect about Canada’s values?
A commitment to human rights and global responsibility.
Why immigration policies should consider Aboriginal peoples’ needs.
To ensure fairness and not disadvantage those already facing systemic barriers.
Why Québec wants immigrants whose first language is French.
To preserve and strengthen French language and culture.
How immigrants support the economy.
By filling jobs, paying taxes, and contributing to growth.