Canada slashes immigration as public concern rises
The Philippine Star|October 26, 2024
Canada on Thursday sharply curbed its immigration targets in an effort to "pause" population growth, a shift that comes as public support for immigration declines.

The announcement marked a major pivot for a country known as a welcoming destination for new arrivals, including economic migrants from the developing world seeking better living conditions.

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