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By Julius Probst, PhD
June 27, 2023
The story of Canada's liberal immigration policies is a triumph in population dynamics. Recently surpassing California's population and hitting the milestone of over 40 million inhabitants, Canada boasts robust economic growth that has been stronger than most OECD countries in recent decades. However, the country's future prosperity faces constrnts, notably its surging housing market which may hinder further growth and immigration.
Canada's population saw a remarkable increase of approximately 1.1 million people2.7 annuallyin 2022, marking the highest annual growth rate since 1957. Remarkably, over 95 of this increase was attributed to migration. Net migration hit unprecedented levels at around 400,000 annually in late 2022 and soared above 600,000 last year, nearly doubling from pre-pandemic figures.
Canada's ambitious immigration targets have been set high to cater to the labor market demands of an aging population. In November 2022, a commitment was made to welcome almost 1.5 million immigrants between 2023 and 2025, ming to rebalance the workforce agnst demographic trs.
Non-permanent residentscomprising temporary visa holders, international students, and temporary foreign workersaccounted for the significant surge in non-permanent population influx. This growth has been instrumental not only in bolstering Canada's labor market but also in offering asylum to refugees fleeing conflict zones like Ukrne.
Canada's approach towards immigration is deliberate and purposeful; it strengthen its labor market while simultaneously providing sanctuary to those who need protection. By increasing immigration targets and streamlining application processes, the government has effectively met its commitments.
While Canada reaps the benefits of a thriving population, constrnts exist beyond ambitious targets and efficient bureaucracy. One such constrnt is the overvalued housing market which threatens future growth. High property prices have created affordability issues that deter workers from relocating to areas with higher productivity.
As , consider the vast tracts of land around Toronto zoned exclusively for single-detached or semi-detached homesa situation not uncommon in the city. This restrictive policy potentially impedes population growth and economic expansion by limiting housing options in high-demand areas.
Canada's recent decline in living standards can be linked to excessively high property prices that are outpacing productivity gns. This is similar to trs observed in the United Kingdom, where high house costs contribute significantly to a weakening labor market and stagnant economic performance.
In summary, Canada's population growth story, driven by liberal immigration policies, has been remarkable but faces significant challenges through its housing market. The nation stands as a beacon for others seeking balanced population strategies that consider both immediate needs and long-term sustnabilityespecially where the labor market is concerned.
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