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Quebec to cut number of temporary immigrants in Montreal, with plans to limit foreign students too
The federal government is moving to restrict the number of low-wage temporary foreign workers in Canada, with the exception of some sectors.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made the announcement on Monday in Halifax, where the Liberal cabinet is meeting for a summer retreat.
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“We are tightening the rules and restricting eligibility to reduce the number of low-wage, temporary foreign workers in Canada, with exceptions in certain industries like health care, construction and food security,” Trudeau said.
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He said his government will also be looking at changes to the high-wage stream of the program.
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