'We made some mistakes,' Trudeau says as Canada backtracks on liberal immigration plans
Trudeau recently addressed the rationale behind Canada's new immigration cap, acknowledging past missteps in the immigration system and unveiling a plan to address ongoing challenges. In a 7-minute YouTube video, Trudeau reflected on how certain actors in the immigration system had exploited vulnerable individuals, creating significant issues in the country’s immigration framework.
Acknowledging Past Mistakes
«We made some mistakes,» Trudeau admitted, referring to how certain bad actors, including fake colleges and exploitative corporations, took advantage of the system. He pointed out that these entities made false promises to vulnerable immigrants, offering easy pathways to citizenship or jobs that were never fulfilled. Trudeau emphasized that while Canada’s immigration system was designed to attract skilled workers and international students, it had been abused by those seeking to profit off of it.
Changes in the Immigration System
As part of the new policy, the Trudeau government has introduced significant reductions in the number of both permanent and temporary residents entering Canada over the next three years. These changes come as the government faces mounting scrutiny, especially with elections approaching next year. According to the new immigration levels plan, the target for permanent residents will be reduced from 500,000 to 395,000 in 2025, a 21% decrease.
The number of temporary workers and international students will also see reductions. By 2026, the number of temporary foreign workers is expected
