Why is immigration important to Canada?
June 8, 2020
Canada’s acceptance of immigrants demonstrates compassion and leadership, and enhances our global standing.
Immigrants …
- boost trade ties between Canada and the world
- strengthen culture and diversity
- are motivated, innovative, and entrepreneurial
Population Growth
Canada’s fertility rate is 1.5 babies per woman, well below the replacement rate of 2.1
By 2030, Canada’s 9.2 million baby boomers will all be of retirement age
Immigration currently drives 82% of Canada’s population growth
Labour force growth
Canada’s worker-to-retiree ratio in 2036 will be 3:1
Canada’s worker-to-retiree ratio in 2036 will be 3:1
By 2030, immigration could add 5 million workers to the labour market
Immigration will account for 100% of labour force growth over the next five years
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