Global Migration Policies Flashcards
1
Q
Why has Canada adopted an open immigration policy?
A
Combat shortage of skilled labour that has been preventing economic growth since the 1970s
2
Q
What proportion of Canada’s population are foreign-born?
A
21.3% (2010)
3
Q
Start-Up Visa Program
A
2014 - Immigrants with businesses became eligible for permanent residency.
Would not be deported if business failed.
4
Q
Why is Japan Anti-Migration
A
Nationals favour a homogenous society.
5
Q
What proportion of Japan are foreign born?
A
1.7% (2010)
6
Q
How many applied for refugee status and how many were approved?
(Japan)
A
More than 10,000 applied
42 approved
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