Immigration is both a part of Canada’s cultural identity and is essential to a strong economy. Answer the two questions below in a 150 word response. Once you post your answer, reply to two other people in our class to expand on their ideas or ask thought-provoking questions.

Through your own research and using course content, share what you believe to be the 3 most important pull factors for new immigrants coming to Canada.

The type of immigrants coming to Canada has changed decade to decade. In the 60’s and 70’s immigrants were predominantly Italian and Portuguese. Prior to this, many Polish immigrated to Canada. More recently our immigrants come from the Middle East and East Asia. Why has there been so much change in where immigrants to Canada come from? What push factors influence people leaving their country to come to Canada?

It would mean the world if you helped me with these questions!