Judy Sgro continues the development of Canada's immigration policy set by her predecessors. But she brings a determined attitude to improving and activating this process. She places special emphasis on expanding cooperation with all interested organizations - heads of city municipalities, governments of provinces and territories of Canada, public and national organizations.
Judging by the already published speeches of the new minister, the following main trends in the development of Canada's immigration policy can be highlighted. It is recognized that immigration is a key point for the future of the country. It is necessary for building Canada's economy and society. Every effort should be made to ensure that immigrants adapt faster in the new country and can maximize the baggage of knowledge, qualifications, and experience they brought with them. Great importance is attached to the level of proficiency in Canada's official languages among new immigrants and to intensive language training.
It is planned to continue actively expanding provincial immigration programs in order to distribute the flow of immigrants more effectively across Canada and meet the needs of the provinces. Currently, the main flow of immigrants settles in large cities, primarily in Toronto and Vancouver. In 2003, the number of immigrants accepted under provincial programs should double compared to 2002, when that number was 2,100 people.
An initiative is being put forward to pay more attention to attracting foreign students with the aim of their further integration into Canadian society.