Canadian’s attitudes toward immigration in the COVID-19 era

Authors

  • Bruce Newbold McMaster University
  • Olive Wahoush School of Nursing, McMaster University
  • Sarah Wayland Hamilton Immigrant Partnership Council.
  • Yudara Weerakoon City School, Mohawk College.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59670/ml.v18i4.1232

Keywords:

Canada, COVID-19, immigration, attitudes

Abstract

Canada depends on immigration for economic and demographic growth. But fears of COVID-19 and attempts to control its spread have resulted in governments closing borders and/or restricting immigration. Concurrently, increased discrimination against people from Asia, and immigrants in general, has been observed. Based on a national survey, this paper examines whether Canadian’s attitudes toward immigration have shifted with the pandemic. Results suggest that Canadians have concerns regarding immigration and would prefer to see immigration numbers reduced. Increased racism and discrimination directed toward immigrants and racialized individuals is also noted.

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Published

2021-07-20

How to Cite

Newbold, B., Wahoush, O., Wayland, S., & Weerakoon, Y. . (2021). Canadian’s attitudes toward immigration in the COVID-19 era. Migration Letters, 18(4), 401–412. https://doi.org/10.59670/ml.v18i4.1232

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