Settlement and Integration Needs of Skilled Immigrants in Canada
Abstract
:1. Introduction
2. Concepts Related to Settlement and Integration of Skilled Immigrants
3. Challenges to Effective Social and Economic Integration of Skilled Immigrants
3.1. Information and Guidance
3.2. Employment
3.3. Language and Culture
3.4. Health & Wellbeing
4. Conclusions
Author Contributions
Conflicts of Interest
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