Social Studies checklist

Immigration

The process of people establishing homes and often citizenship, in a country that is not their native country.

Refugee

People who seek refuge in another country because of danger in their home country.

Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

Allows foreign nationals to work in Canada, provided they meet all applicable requirements.

The Points System

A color blind selection system for economic immigrants that requires receiving 67+ points to immigrate to Canada.

Economic Class

Comprises 55% of immigrants, including skilled workers who can support themselves and contribute to the economy.

Refugee Class

Comprises 13% of immigrants, including people escaping war or persecution without economic requirements.

Family Class

Comprises 28% of immigrants, including direct family members of people in Canada such as spouses, children, and parents.

Other Class

Comprises 4% of immigrants accepted for humanitarian or other reasons.

UN Convention on Refugees (1951)

An international commitment that requires UN countries to take refugees and for other nations to support this commitment.

Komagata Maru Incident

A situation involving East Indian immigrants where Canada refused entry, leading to a two-month wait and eventual return.

Holocaust Refugees

Jewish refugees who were allowed into Canada after World War II.

Provincial Nomination Program

Allows provinces in Canada to request immigrants based on specific criteria, enhancing local needs.

Canada-Quebec Accord

An agreement that allows Quebec to select immigrants who speak or want to learn French.

Temporary Foreign Workers

Workers brought into Canada from other countries to boost the economy.

Factors Affecting Immigration: Security

Concerns about potential harm to Canadians by immigrants, including criminals and terrorists.

Factors Affecting Immigration: Health

Questions about whether incoming immigrants are healthy and if they will burden Canada's healthcare system.

Factors Affecting Immigration: Economics

Includes job market needs, recognition of qualifications, and the financial self-sufficiency of immigrants.

Factors Affecting Immigration: Politics

The influence of differing political beliefs on immigration policy and its impact on Canada's international reputation.

Factors Affecting Immigration: First Nations

Considerations regarding employing First Nations individuals before bringing in foreign labor.

Permanent Resident

An individual who has been living in Canada for three years.

Historical Evolution of Immigration

Shift in immigration policies aimed at maintaining common culture and preference for British immigrants.

Chinese Railroad Workers

Immigrants brought to Canada to work on the railway due to high costs of British workers.

Continuous Journey Clause

A regulation that affected East Indian immigrants, restricting their entry based on the route taken.