Canada has experienced remarkable population growth in recent years, reaching a record of more than one million people in a single year. This brings the total population to 39,566,248, according to Statistics Canada. This figure is largely due to the immigration policy put in place to address the shortage of workforce.
The country has thus recorded the highest population growth among G7 countries and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). This is a sign of the confidence people have in the quality of life and economic prospects that Canada offers.
However, this also represents a challenge for Canadian leaders, who must ensure that newcomers are well integrated into Canadian society. The director of the Infrastructure Institute at the University of Toronto, Matti Siemiatycki, says that this population growth is positive for the country's economy, but that the challenge will be to ensure that these newcomers have the skills and training required to help the country build the necessary infrastructure and housing, as well as to advance the economy.
According to Statistics Canada, if the current pace of immigration continues in the coming years, Canada's population could double in twenty-six years. Although the country has an area of 9,985,000 km2, which is a little more than 18 times that of France, this could pose challenges in terms of developing infrastructure, access to healthcare and education, as well as managing natural resources.
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In conclusion, this population growth is a sign of the attractiveness and opportunities that Canada offers, but it also requires effective management and successful integration of newcomers to continue to stimulate economic growth and maintain the quality of life of Canadians.