1815-1840
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During the Great Depression, Canada faced severe economic challenges, leading to high unemployment and widespread poverty. As a result, the Canadian government implemented restrictive immigration policies to prioritize jobs and resources for existing citizens. Additionally, public sentiment turned against immigrants, who were often scapegoated for economic woes. Consequently, the number of immigrants admitted to Canada significantly declined during this period.
Migration rose during the Great Depression.
Born to Explore - 2011 Canada The Great Polar Bear Migration 1-17 was released on: USA: 18 February 2012
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the great migration
great migration; cities in the North
Many Irish immigrants came to Canada in the 1840s primarily due to the Great Famine, which devastated Ireland between 1845 and 1852. The famine led to widespread starvation and economic hardship, prompting thousands to seek better opportunities abroad. Canada, with its promise of land and employment, became an attractive destination for those fleeing the dire conditions in Ireland. Additionally, the British colonial policies and the existing Irish diaspora in Canada facilitated their migration.
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The Irish were a prominent group (caused by the potato famine,) but people came from all over Europe. There were far-fewer immigrants from South America, Asia and Africa as the immigration authorities heavily favored Europeans.
Midwest