ARTICLE · 10 FEBRUARY 2020

[Slide Deck] Canada Talent Mobility: 2019 Recap And Future Plans

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Take a look back at the year in mobility in Canada with Envoy Global.

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Take a look back at the year in mobility in Canada with Envoy Global. Presenters will discuss:

The results of the 2019 Federal Election
Emerging immigration trends in Canada & expected developments in 2020

As the new decade approaches, immigration is expected to remain a priority for the country, which hopes to bring in 1 million immigrants by 2021.

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

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