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Canada Invests $1.2 Billion to Attract Skilled Workers

12/11/2025

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Canada has launched a $1.2 billion initiative to attract over 1,000 skilled workers, including doctors and researchers, as U.S. immigration restrictions tighten.
The decade-long program focuses on salaries, infrastructure, and grants to strengthen Canada's scientific and healthcare sectors.
The plan aims to address a medical professional shortage and bolster Canada's standing in global research.

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Story summary

Canada has launched a $1.2 billion initiative to attract over 1,000 skilled workers, including doctors and researchers, as U.S. immigration restrictions tighten.
The decade-long program focuses on salaries, infrastructure, and grants to strengthen Canada's scientific and healthcare sectors.
The plan aims to address a medical professional shortage and bolster Canada's standing in global research.