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- The Immigration Act of 1976 came into effect on 1 April 1978.
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Feb 7, 2006 · Immigration Act, 1976. Immigration and population policies were overhauled substantially in 1975. After substantial consultation, the Liberal government of Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau passed a new Immigration Act, 1976. The Act, which took effect in 1978, was a radical break from the past.
The Immigration Act of 1976 represented a significant shift in Canadian immigration legislation. It was the first immigration act to clearly outline the objectives of Canadian immigration policy, define refugees as a distinct class of immigrants and mandate the federal government to consult with other levels of government in immigration ...
Jun 29, 2017 · Fifty years ago, in 1967, Canada became the first country in the world to adopt a “points” system for immigrants. Previous immigration policy had given preference to immigrants from the...
Immigration Act, 1869. Canada’s first immigration policy following Confederation contained few restrictions on immigration. The Immigration Act of 1869 primarily focused on ensuring the safety of immigrants during their passage to Canada and protecting them from exploitation upon their arrival.
Jul 21, 2017 · Fifty years ago, in 1967, Canada became the first country in the world to adopt a points system for immigrants. Previous immigration policy had given preference to immigrants from...
In 1978, Canada enacted a new Immigration Act that affirmed Canada's commitment to the resettlement of refugees from oppression. Refugees would no longer be admitted to Canada as an exception to immigration regulations.
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Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. S.C. 2001, c. 27. Assented to 2001-11-01. An Act respecting immigration to Canada and the granting of refugee protection to persons who are displaced, persecuted or in danger
