General Immigration Policy
Effective immigration policy responds to barriers that contribute to unnecessary complexity in navigating immigration and settlement systems, including delays in processing times and inequitable employment outcomes acknowledges the impact of housing, health care, and other factors on immigration processes and immigrant outcomes.
As part of our mission to ensure that all newcomers to Canada can thrive by making full use of their education, skills, and experience, WES contributes to policy discussions at all levels of government on a wide range of immigration-related issues. Learn more about WES policy submissions and advocacy action.
WES advocates a pan-Canadian approach to immigration policies and welcoming economies, while recognizing the complex interplay with other public policy issues, including affordability, access to housing and health care, regional labour market needs, and more. Our two-page policy snapshot offers an actionable set of recommendations to create a more effective and inclusive approach to immigration and economic inclusion.