Immigration to Canada

In 2019, more than 340 thousand people applied for a Canadian visa to immigrate to Canada and travelled to the country. Canada's immigration statistics show that Iran ranks tenth among source countries of immigration to Canada. A study by Statistics Canada shows an increase of 76000 people in Canada's population in the first three months of 2020, 82% of which was due to immigrants. Because Canada is so welcoming to immigrants, more than 30 subcultures with populations of over 100000 live in Canada. The country's most populous cities, Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal, reflect these cultural differences. Immigrants make up nearly 25% of Canada's population, and this percentage is increasing every year. This multiplicity of cultures and freedom of belief may be one of the reasons that attracts immigrants. In 2020, Canada scored full marks out of 100 for racial equality and 99.2 points for religious freedom.

In 2020, Canada became the best country in the world, ranking first in the world for quality of life and social purpose, third for openness for business, and scoring full marks out of 100 for lack of corruption in this category.

Most people know Canada's climate only for its cold northern weather, whereas the southern parts of the country have a temperate climate and are described as among the best places to live. Overall, however, because Canada is so vast, not all parts of it can be said to be the same. The average temperature in southern Canada is 15 degrees Celsius.

Canada's health system, also referred to as the Canadian healthcare system, is a highly advanced, publicly funded system available to its people. Health care in Canada is delivered through provincial and territorial programmes known as Medicare, which cover approximately 70% of people's health care needs, with the remaining 30 percent paid through the private sector. Services not covered by Medicare include some prescription drugs, dental care and eye care. It is notable that, contrary to the common misconception, not all services are free, and for immigrants, obtaining this insurance after arriving in the country can take up to 90 days, but none of its terms will differ from those for a citizen of the country. Some of the types of insurance available in Canada include life insurance, disability insurance, employment insurance, travel insurance, health insurance and car insurance.

Canada's education system is of a high standard worldwide; it ranks fourth in international education, and every year the country strives to improve its education system. Universities in Canada include the University of British Columbia, the University of Toronto, the University of Alberta, York University, the University of Waterloo, Western University, the University of Ottawa and the Université de Montréal, all of which benefit from a strong education system. There are a great many schools and colleges throughout Canada. The education system of colleges differs from that of universities, and most people prefer to enter college after finishing high school to learn job-related skills and, thanks to the good job market, earn an income from a young age.

Types of Canadian immigration visa

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Canadians pride themselves on encouraging all their citizens to respect their culture. In 1971, Canada adopted a national policy of multiculturalism that celebrates the country's diversity, while at the same time Canada faces national challenges related to the concerns of Indigenous peoples and the residents of the province of Quebec, who are mainly French-speaking.

Politically, Canada is a constitutional monarchy with the British monarch as head of state. The monarch's representative is appointed locally on the advice of the Prime Minister of Canada. The Canadian government follows the British style of parliamentary democracy. Currently Queen Elizabeth II is head of state. Canada is governed by governments that are independent of one another, which together fall under the federal government.

Canada is a high-tech industrial society with a high standard of living. Trade agreements in the 1980s and 1990s dramatically boosted trade with the United States, and the two countries are now each other's largest trading partners. While the services sector is Canada's biggest economic driver, the country is a major exporter of energy, food and minerals. Canada ranks third in proven oil reserves and is the fourth-largest oil producer in the world.

Canada is made up of several provinces. Depending on which people live in each of these provinces, the culture of that province can differ. In general, however, Canadian culture is very similar to that of the people of the United States, France and England. The reason for this similarity is that the country was for a time a colony of these two countries. Among the points of etiquette that are important to observe is that you should not address someone by their first name until you have established a friendship with them. Canadians are not very mysterious or complicated. As a result, you will not need much effort to build a close relationship with people. Remember that haggling is not acceptable, whether in contracts or in your purchases.

Canada is usually ranked among the 10 safest countries in the world. According to the Global Peace Index in 2018, the country ranked sixth among the most peaceful countries in the world.

The minimum wage in the country averages 11 to 14 Canadian dollars per hour. This level of income is considered one of the highest in the world. Canada is the only country in North America with a mandatory vacation leave law guaranteeing 2 weeks of paid leave for all employees.

On average, an economical lifestyle for one person in Canada costs between 800 and 1200 Canadian dollars.

The cost of living in Canada is about 87% higher than in Iran. Rent in Canada is about 96% higher than in Iran. According to the latest 2022 data, a meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about 8 Canadian dollars. The price per square metre of a home in the city centre is about 6,105,48 Canadian dollars, and outside the city centre about  4,513,11 Canadian dollars. Monthly utilities, including basic services (electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage) for an 85-square-metre home, cost about 167.93 Canadian dollars.

Canada's banks have not seen any failure or bankruptcy since 1983 and, according to the World Economic Forum, have been among the most stable in the world. Nearly 68% of the country's citizens manage their accounts daily through banking apps.

Why is Canada one of the top immigration destinations?

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Multiculturalism

In 1970, the then Prime Minister of Canada, Pierre Trudeau, officially adopted a policy for Canada to promote multiculturalism, and since then this phenomenon has become part of the country's identity and a source of pride. The country's approach to different cultures, aimed at preserving them, is a mosaic approach, so that whatever culture you come from, you can live in the country in complete harmony and respect. You can see the height of cultural diversity in Canada's populous and bustling cities such as Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. Respect for other people's beliefs and cultures is very important, and if you intend to immigrate to the country you should keep this firmly in mind.

Education system

According to a CNBC report, Canada spends more per capita on education than other industrialised countries. Canada is considered the most educated country in the world. Its K-12 education system is one of the best in the world. Several of the world's top universities are located in Canada, such as the University of Toronto, McGill University and the University of British Columbia. Most universities offer grants and scholarships at various levels for international students.

Welcoming immigrants

Canada has the highest rate of immigrant admissions among developed countries, and in 2018 alone about 310 thousand people immigrated to the country. The country is still admitting immigrants, and this is one of the priorities in its planning.