The Resonance consultancy raises standards as they specialise in branding for cities, districts and developments. Cities get ranked based on safety, outdoor space, labour force participation, GDP, nightlife, universities, attractions, weather and more. Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Vancouver and Ottawa made the top 100 cities to live in thanks to the immigrant contributions.
Canada’s cities are consistently thriving due to immigration and global investment. Toronto currently holds 24th place in the world based on receiving high marks for economic growth. The diverse city is rated as one of the world's most educated cities. Montreal sitting at 57, Calgary at 65, Vancouver at 69 and Ottawa at 96. Montreal and Calgary are popular city choices for South Africans. Montreal has a high culture score whereas Calgary ranks high for its GDP and younger population.
The immigration level plan for 2023-2025 is expected to welcome 500 000 new residents, breaking records set in 2021. Canada is appealing based on its reputation of stability, safety and diversity – inviting highly skilled individuals, Canada’s immigration program is consistently adapting to ease the transition.
The population of Canada is ageing and the emphasis is on the labour force to bridge the gap. The birth rate is not efficient for the growth of this labour force gap. Express Entry is the immigration system Canada has invented to create that allows for a legitimate and easy flow of immigrants. The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) is a pathway to consider for receiving a residency status in Canada. A comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score will be based on your age, language abilities, professional qualifications and work experience.
The higher the score the stronger your chance is of getting an invitation to apply for permanent residency. Do you know if you qualify?
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