Canada faces a critical shortage of skilled workers. Many Canadians are flocking to the United States for higher salaries, and there is a fear that the shortage of skilled workers could grow to one million by 2020.

The Bank of Canada recently suggested that a shortage of skilled workers in Canada is spreading beyond high-tech industries, forcing employers in numerous other sectors to compete for a shrinking pool of qualified labor. Industries now experiencing employment shortages include construction trades, truck transportation, engineering, food services, and accommodation.

To increase the skilled employment pool in Canada, legislation has been introduced to make it easier for immigrants to enter the country.

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