ABSTRACT
Canada is seen internationally as a paradigm of good migration governance. Recent immigrants make up 23% of the Canadian population, and its innovative refugee resettlement policy serves as a global model. Canadian citizens have embraced this dynamic: nearly half of survey respondents cite Canada's multiculturalism, including its acceptance of immigrants and refugees, as the defining characteristic of the country. However, anti-immigration sentiment is on the rise in Canada, as in many other destination countries. Sudden and drastic changes to Canada's myriad visa programs in 2024 may prove to be a watershed moment for the country. This chapter analyses these changes and explores the shifting ground of a Canadian national identity rooted in multiculturalism and humanitarianism.
