Canada Launches Initiative to Attract U.S. H-1B Visa Holders Amid Immigration Changes
Canada has announced a significant initiative aimed at attracting skilled foreign workers, particularly those holding or previously holding H-1B visas in the United States. This move comes in response to recent changes in U.S. immigration and funding policies. The Canadian government has committed 1.7 billion Canadian dollars over a decade to enhance salaries, infrastructure, and research grants. This initiative is part of a broader effort to recruit over 1,000 professionals in critical fields, including doctors, scientists, and researchers. The plan includes an accelerated pathway for foreign workers and researchers, aiming to make Canadian universities more competitive globally. Canadian officials have framed this effort as a response to growing uncertainty and funding pressures at U.S. institutions, presenting it as an opportunity to strengthen Canada's research capacity and address shortages in priority sectors. 
