Usually it is Canadian companies who see their skilled workers leaving in the United States. Some experts even fear that the United States decision will accelerate the exodus to the south of the border.
The new H-1B visas are valid for three years. The goal aims to attract qualified workers holding at least one baccalaureate. The Trump administration claims that the former visas prevented American companies from hiring Americans because foreign workers accept lower wages.
Mr. Carney believes to see an opportunity for Canada. He says he wants to set up a program on this subject. However, he recognizes that admissions to the country will depend on the federal government’s intentions to reduce the entry of temporary or permanent immigrants to Canada.
