Immigration priority gains ground as Canadians eye talent attraction for economic growth

Recent polling data reveals a notable shift in Canadian priorities, with 79% of respondents now viewing the attraction of global talent through sustainable immigration as a key government focus, up five points since the summer. This marks the largest increase among Prime Minister Mark Carney's seven national priorities, suggesting Canadians increasingly recognize immigration's role in economic recovery. While the cost of living and housing remain dominant concerns at 91% and 89% respectively, the growing emphasis on managed immigration reflects the public's appetite for policies that balance economic needs with controlled population growth, particularly as the government works to address labour shortages across critical sectors.

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