Opinion: Yes, immigration has weighed on the economy, but it is not the enemy
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Immigration and infrastructure are two pillars of modern economies. Canadians are experiencing the pain of the mismatch between the two, with a shortage of homes, hospital wings, and workers for overcrowded schools, roads, and transit systems. This has led to declining public support for Canada's immigration levels. However, curtailing population growth would result in an aging, less-skilled workforce, less foreign investment, less diversity, and less influence on the global stage. The solution lies in rethinking our approach to housing and infrastructure, with a sustained push from all levels of government and partners in the homebuilding industry. The federal government should eliminate barriers to construction, work with provinces on skilled trades strategies, and invest in affordable housing development. This approach is essential not only for housing supply but also for infrastructure projects that must accompany population growth. Cutting immigration levels is not a solution and would hinder Canada's ability to compete globally and promise a better future for the next generation.