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Quebec Minister Says Ottawa Has Gone Too Far in Cutting Temporary Immigration
- Quebec Minister Jean-François Roberge stated that Ottawa's immigration cuts are 'playing a dangerous game' and could harm businesses in Quebec's regions.
- Roberge noted a 'crisis' due to federal changes to the temporary foreign worker program and emphasized support for businesses.
- Quebec aims for 45,000 new permanent residents annually, down from 61,000, partly due to a need to grant permanent status to temporary workers.
- The federal government plans to cut the number of international students by half next year, prompting Quebec to regulate its own international student quotas.
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dailyguardian.ca‘Ottawa is creating an emergency’: Quebec minister on temporary immigration cuts
Immigration Minister Jean-François Roberge said Ottawa’s new restrictions on temporary foreign workers have left businesses facing severe labour shortages.
·Toronto, Canada
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Quebec minister says Ottawa has gone too far in cutting temporary immigration
QUÉBEC — Despite years of calling for Ottawa to cut the number of non-permanent residents in the province, Quebec now says the federal government is "playing a dangerous game" in its move to slash temporary immigration.
Ottawa plans to reduce the number of foreign workers and international students by almost half by 2027. A major shift to curb the pressure on housing and restore some order in the reception system. Here's what you need to know.
·Montreal, Canada
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Leaning Left16Leaning Right0Center1Last UpdatedBias Distribution94% Left
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