Canada’s population growth rate falls to WWI levels in 2020 Reduced immigration had a major impact on Canada's population growth during the pandemic. With an increase in deaths and a decrease in new immigrants, Canada saw its lowest population growth rate since 1916. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada on track to meet 2021 immigration targets, Bloomberg reports Immigration minister says 26,600 new permanent residents were admitted in January 2021. The minister of immigration suggested that Canada is on track to meet the ambitious immigration targets for 2021. By Shelby Thevenot
Why Canada’s 401,000 immigration target for 2021 is achievable ANALYSIS: Achieving this target will be challenging but we should not rule out the possibility following the remarkable February 13 Express Entry draw. Welcoming 401,000 immigrants this year is a steep mountain for the Canadian government to climb, but it can be done. By Kareem El-Assal
New Canada-Ukraine deal to expand immigration Ukrainians may find it easier to move to Canada post-coronavirus, as the two countries establish a new Mobility Working Group Canada and Ukraine have established a new Mobility Working Group, immigration minister Marco Mendicino announced Wednesday. By Mohanad Moetaz
Canadian immigration in 2021: What can we expect? ANALYSIS: Here is a preview of what we can expect from Canada's immigration system following a turbulent year. 2020 was the year of the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to have a significant impact on Canada’s immigration system. By Kareem El-Assal
The top 5 Canadian immigration stories of 2020 The coronavirus pandemic has dominated 2020 and has significantly affected immigration to Canada, but hope is on the way. 2020 has been quite the year. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada approves coronavirus vaccine as it increases immigration levels Approval of first vaccine spells the beginning of the end of the coronavirus crisis in Canada. Health Canada provided its first approval for a coronavirus vaccine on December 9, 2020. By Kareem El-Assal
15,000 people obtained Canadian permanent residence in September Canada's immigration levels remain low due to the coronavirus pandemic. Canada’s new permanent resident intake continues to suffer as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada should stay the course on immigration ANALYSIS: Why Canada should stick to its pre-COVID plan of targeting over 341,000 new immigrants in 2021. Canada will soon make a major announcement that will shape its economic trajectory for years to come. By Kareem El-Assal
