The United States administration has begun cracking down on H-1B visa aspirants by imposing a $100,000 fee on new applicants. This move could have a detrimental impact on the U.S. workforce, as companies may hesitate to hire foreign employees due to the high cost.
While the situation remains volatile in the United States, neighboring Canada is moving quickly to attract international scholars and skilled professionals.
The Canadian government has announced a new program aimed at drawing talented immigrants and has allocated a budget of $1.2 billion for it. Canada is now looking to hire as many as thousands of highly skilled individuals from around the world to fill shortages in several key sectors across the country.
The Canadian government is also set to fast-track the H-1B visa process for talented foreign workers. The country is opening its doors to skilled professionals across various fields and is even offering financial grants to support them.
While the United States appears to be tightening its stance on foreign workers, Canada is positioning itself to attract the global skilled workforce. However, on the other hand, Canada is also considering measures to limit the number of international students entering the country.