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How Canada poached 10,000 tech workers from the U.S. — in just 48 hours::Canadian tech employers want the immigration ministry to extend the program launched last month — and it’s just common sense it should, David Olive writes.

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[–] Hazdaz@lemmy.world 25 points 2 years ago (2 children)

The move to Canada is such an easy one as an American.

If you are sick of some of the shit happening down here and don't want to learn a new language, aren't interested in culture-shock, and overall want to be surrounded by friendlier folks, then Canada is pure win. I'd be more willing to move to Canada than move to most other states in the union.

[–] Poob@lemmy.ca 11 points 2 years ago (1 children)

For now. We get crazier every year.

[–] treadful@lemmy.zip 1 points 2 years ago

Yeah but you're never gonna outpace the US

[–] aseriesoftubes@lemmy.world 8 points 2 years ago (2 children)

From a cultural perspective, sure. But it’s not as easy from a logistical perspective. I looked into it when it looked as though the former president might install himself as dictator for life, and there are quite a few complex hoops to jump through.

[–] Chocrates@lemmy.world 6 points 2 years ago

I checked when Trump won the first election and I am a few points short of being able to emigrate without getting a company to sponsor me. Only way I can do it is:

  • Get a Masters or a Doctorate in a desired field
  • Marry a citizen
  • Find a company that can't find a local to do the job and have them sponsor your move

My current company would be fine with me working in Canada I just can't do it legally yet.

[–] Hazdaz@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

Oh absolutely. I mean I am sure it is easier to move there than most other countries, but yeah you aren't just driving up theere with your stuff in tow and think you can just settle down.

Giving more options to H1B visa tech workers is great! In order for Canada to compete for all tech talent in the US though (including US citizens), Canadian tech companies will need to have much better salaries.

[–] ikidd@lemmy.world 20 points 2 years ago

Canadian tech employers want the immigration ministry to extend the program launched last month

That should tell you all you need right there; it's not about increasing tech in Canada, it's about lowering wages for IT people that are already in the market.

[–] housepanther@lemmy.goblackcat.com 9 points 2 years ago (1 children)

I wish I were financially and mentally in a position to take advantage of this program because life in the United States is shit.

[–] Devjavu@lemmy.dbzer0.com 11 points 2 years ago (3 children)

If you can't go to canada choose one of the nordic countries or most of europe. Alot cheaper to start there. Good luck king

[–] Noerttipertti@sopuli.xyz 11 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Bureocracy with work permits and citizenship is straight out of Monty Pythons Brazil. At least in Finland. 6 month wait times are not uncommon.

[–] Devjavu@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 points 2 years ago

Yeesh, that's tough.

[–] AceFuzzLord@lemm.ee 6 points 2 years ago (1 children)

In general for a lot of people, just getting up and moving to a new country, let alone a different city/state in the the US, is financially off the table. At least that's how I see it.

[–] Devjavu@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 points 2 years ago

Yes absolutely, it's still financially easier to go to a country that values citizens and has high population density.

There's rumoured to be an immigration window that will be opened if a Christo-Fascist gets elected. This should be in the Scandinavian countries.

[–] Skyrmir@lemmy.world 6 points 2 years ago

If they did the same for the digital nomad visa, it would cause a housing crisis.

[–] Nioxic@lemmy.dbzer0.com 2 points 2 years ago

Well.. americans do love high rent.. lol