Immigration in Canada

Immigration in Canada of various perspectives - Hiromi The following story is fictional, but it is based on a collage of factual information. Employee  I used factual information from these articles. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/careers/stories.html https://experli.com/my-story-of-employment-in-canada/ My name is Michelle Larson, born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. My mother is Cree from Fox Lake First Nation, and my father is of Scandinavian and German descent. I’ve worked with the Government of Canada since 2010, starting at the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and later joining IRCC in both Citizenship and Settlement Services. Seeing newcomers take the citizenship oath always moved me. As an Indigenous person, I believe it’s vital for immigrants to feel welcome and to learn about Indigenous history, including residential schools. Now, I run a small café and craft shop in Winnipeg called Northern Roots, where I prioritize hiring newco...

The following fictional stories are based on real information, experiences, and quotes from factual sources. Immigration officer I used factual information from these articles: Schwinghamer, S. (n.d.). “Young man, you take yourself far too seriously”: The memoirs of immigration officer Gordon T. Gervais. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. https://pier21.ca/blog/steve-schwinghamer/young-man-you-take-yourself-far-too-seriously-the-memoirs-of-immigration Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada . (n.d.). Employee stories. Government of Canada.   https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/careers/stories.html My name is Rachel Black.I work for the Canadian government in immigration. I help people who want to move to Canada, become citizens, or start a new life here. I started by helping with citizenship ceremonies, and I loved it right away. Every time someone took the oath and became a citizen, it made me emotional. People from all over the world w...

  Policy and Histories     ( Emika) 1.Why has Canada been more proactive than other developed countries in accepting １refugees? Canada's proactive approach to refugee resettlement stems from a combination of factors, including a strong economy, an strong immigration system and a commitment to multiculturalism and helping others. These elements create a welcoming environment and facilitate the successful integration of refugees into Canadian society. Additionally, Canada has a long-standing tradition of humanitarianism and a willingness to provide safe haven for those fleeing persecution. 1. A strong economy Canada has a growing need for workers because many people in the country are aging and retiring. At the same time, there are many open jobs that need to be filled. In the article from BBC News, Ian Austen (2022) explains that Canada plans to bring in 1.5 million newcomers by 2025 to support the economy. Refugees are included in this plan. This shows that refugees are n...

In this blog, we explore the topic of immigration, with a special focus on Canada.  We chose Canada because it is known as a cosmopolitan country that embraces diversity and welcomes people from all over the world. Immigration plays a key role in shaping Canadian society, economy, and culture.  By looking at Canada’s approach to immigration, we hope to better understand both the opportunities it creates and the challenges it brings. (Emika)