Migration Factors Overview

Canada encourages immigration to boost its economy, by bringing in skilled workers who can fill labor needs and contribute to economic growth. It also promotes diversity and cultural exchange.

<p>Challenges include increased demand for housing, potential strains on healthcare systems, and questions about Canadian identity as immigrants contribute their own cultural influences. Opportunities include economic growth, a more diverse workforce, and the potential for cultural learning and enrichment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A refugee is someone who has fled their home country due to persecution or danger, seeking protection and safety in another country.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A primary criterion for determining a legitimate refugee is a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. The persecution must be severe enough to warrant seeking refuge in another country.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Singh decision marked a significant development in individual rights by ensuring that those claiming refugee status have a right to a fair and impartial hearing attended in person, highlighting the importance of due process and procedural fairness in Canada's immigration system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mandarin, English, Arabic, Punjabi, Spanish (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>April 4, 1985, is recognized as Refugee Rights Day, commemorating the Supreme Court decision in the case of Satman Singh, which significantly strengthened the rights of refugees in Canada, guaranteeing them the right to a hearing attended in person.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Provincial Nomination Program helps immigrants by providing them with a path to settle in a specific province, potentially securing employment and establishing a new life. It benefits provinces by allowing them to attract qualified workers with specific skills to address labor shortages and contribute to economic growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In 2007, Alberta's economy experienced labor shortages in key sectors like construction, transportation, manufacturing, resource development, retail, hospitality, agriculture, education, and health services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Canada-Quebec Accord allows Quebec to select French-speaking immigrants and prioritize their integration into the province, potentially encouraging the development of French-speaking communities and promoting the continued use of French in daily life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Health (A), Security (B), Economic (C), Political (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Reasons that cause people to leave their home country.

Economic issues in a country that make people want to leave.

High tax rates making a country less attractive.

High cost of housing makes a country less desirable.

Rising prices making cost of living hard.

Low salary that affects quality of life.

Lack of job opportunities.

Political issues in a country causing people to leave.

Disregard of human rights in a country.

Refugee status because of persecution.

Reasons bringing someone to a country.

Higher salaries in another country.

Lower tax rates.

Available employment opportunities.

Stable prices, making cost of living easier.

Healthcare provided by the government.

Education provided by the government.

Rules and procedures for immigration.

System used to evaluate immigrants for eligibility.

Person seeking safety and refuge in another country.

Process of moving to and settling in a new country.

The act of leaving one's country.

Legal status granted for acceptance in a new country.