The Canadian government, in a bid to address labour shortages in the country, is intensifying efforts to bring more French-speaking skilled workers to its shores.
Canada’s latest move is based on projections for labour shortages between 2022 and 2031, with one eye on economic growth and national identity.
Earlier in February, the country’s immigration minister, Marc Miller announced the start of 2024 Express Entry rounds. These rounds are encourage candidates with category-specific work experience or a strong French language proficiency to apply for permanent residence.