Experts urge parties to rethink immigration priorities

For decades, Canada has positioned itself as a welcoming place for newcomers. The party that wins the federal election on April 28 will be tasked with restoring confidence in a system that many view as broken.

Liberal Leader Mark Carney, left, and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. Expert Andrew Griffith says the key issue to watch in this election is which party will present a plan that effectively addresses the challenge of Canada’s 'absorptive capacity,' or ensuring how immigration levels align with housing, health care, and crucial services.The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

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BY KATRYA BOLGER

April 9, 2025

As the federal election unfolds, experts are watching closely to see how party leaders plan to tackle Canada’s immigration system.

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