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Daniel Bernhard, CEO of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship, says challenges in education and health-care systems, plus the cost of living, are factors contributing to skilled immigrants leaving the country. – CBC News

“These changes to our citizenship law reflect how Canadian families live today. Many Canadians choose to study abroad, travel to experience another culture, or relocate for family or personal reasons and still have a meaningful connection to our country. This new legislation strengthens the bond between Canadians at home and around the world, and reaffirms the values we hold as a nation.”

– The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship