'Skilled workers, care givers' -- Canada targets 485,000 immigrants in 2024

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In a statement on Wednesday, the citizenship and immigration Canada said the North American country will target the admission of 485,000 new immigrants.Categories of the economic classes include high-skilled workers, business owners, and caregivers, while the family option of the immigration plan covers parents, children, and grandparents.

The economic category of the immigration plan recorded the highest slots with about 281,135 immigrants in 2024 – 58 percent of the country’s annual target.Economic immigrants are selected for their skills and ability to contribute to Canada’s economy. “This plan is tailored to support economic growth while balancing with the pressures in areas like housing, healthcare and infrastructure,” the Canadian government said.“Starting in 2026, the government will stabilize permanent resident levels at 500,000, allowing time for successful integration, while continuing to augment Canada’s labour market.

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