Canada to Court U.S. H-1B Visa Holders with New Initiative

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced plans to introduce a program aimed at attracting skilled workers who may face difficulties obtaining H-1B visas in the United States. Carney highlighted this as an opportunity for Canada, stating that a proposal would be unveiled soon. This initiative comes in response to changes in the U.S. visa landscape, particularly a substantial increase in H-1B visa fees announced by the Trump administration, which could affect the ability of skilled foreign workers, especially those in the tech sector, to work in the U.S.