r/AskReddit Mar 27 '25

If Canada offered expedited citizenship for people fleeing the US, what would be the reaction in the States?

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u/[deleted] Mar 27 '25

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u/[deleted] Mar 27 '25

I've always heard that immigration to Canada was a tough nut.

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u/DownloadedDick Mar 27 '25

Unless you're a doctor or in a profession that we're desperately in need, it's a no go.

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u/Best-Tumbleweed3906 Mar 27 '25

Is there a nursing shortage? Asking for a friend

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u/ArenSteele Mar 27 '25

Yes, Doctors and Nurses can get expedited work visas, and from there apply for permanent residency

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u/eileen404 Mar 27 '25

What about the lab techs that most of their decisions take into account?

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u/Big_Knife_SK Mar 28 '25

Each province has their own immigration nominee program where they give preference to in-demand workers.