Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced his intention to curtail Canada's population growth if elected, arguing that the Liberal government has undermined the immigration system. He criticized Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's approach, claiming it has led to a "radical" increase in international students and temporary foreign workers, disrupting public consensus on immigration.
Poilievre suggested that a Conservative government would limit population growth to a rate lower than housing construction, factoring in healthcare and job availability. He also emphasized tightening regulations on temporary foreign workers and international students, ensuring they have proper housing and legitimate admission to educational institutions.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Trudeau hinted at potential reductions in immigration levels, citing concerns over unemployment rates among newcomers and the need to align immigration with Canada's economic and social needs. Both Poilievre and Trudeau acknowledged the challenges of managing high population growth, signaling possible changes to Canada's immigration policies.
