Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada is positioning itself to attract technology sector workers affected by recent U.S. immigration policy changes under President Donald Trump.
Speaking to reporters in London on Saturday, Carney said the Canadian government is reviewing its immigration strategy to provide a “clear offering” for skilled workers — particularly those who would previously have sought H-1B visas to work in the United States.
“What is clear is that the opportunity to attract people who previously would’ve got so-called H-1B visas,” Carney said, emphasizing that many of these workers are highly skilled in areas such as computer programming and engineering and are open to relocating for opportunities.
Trump signed an executive order last week imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, sparking confusion and frustration among U.S. companies that depend on the program to hire global talent. The move has created uncertainty in the American tech sector, where access to international expertise is critical.
Carney noted that Canada aims to take advantage of this moment by opening its doors to talent discouraged by the new U.S. rules. Germany and the UK have also positioned themselves as alternative destinations for skilled professionals now facing extra hurdles to work in the U.S.
