A recent study conducted by Statistics Canada has shed light on the emigration patterns of immigrants in Canada. According to the study, more than 15 percent of immigrants choose to leave Canada within 20 years of their admission as permanent residents. The study also found that 5.1 percent of immigrants admitted between 1982 and 2017 emigrated within five years of their arrival.
While some immigrants may have planned to leave Canada from the outset, the study suggests that emigration can also be attributed to the challenges many immigrants face in integrating into the Canadian labor market or society. The difficulties in finding employment, securing housing, and adapting to life in Canada may contribute to the decision to emigrate.
Interestingly, the study reveals that recent immigrants are more likely to emigrate compared to immigrants from older cohorts. Emigration is most common between three and seven years after admission, which aligns with the time immigrants typically spend trying to integrate into Canadian society. This period involves searching for employment, finding a place to live, and adjusting to the Canadian way of life.
The study emphasizes that emigration is strongly correlated with the challenges faced by immigrants during their integration process. However, it is important to note that some immigrants may have intended to emigrate from the beginning due to personal reasons or circumstances.
Understanding the emigration patterns of immigrants provides valuable insights into the factors that influence their decision to leave Canada. This knowledge can help policymakers and organizations develop strategies to better support immigrants in their integration journey, leading to improved outcomes for both immigrants and Canadian society as a whole.