But how many are still staying in Canada? US figures are low because after Europe it is one of hardest country to move to. I am from India, and what I see is that most indians who wish to emigrate choose Canada because it is currently the easiest country to migrate to (the requirements are lower because inhospitable weather and economy makes it unattractive for migrants and Canada needs labour). However, many indians, especially the better qualified ones, eventually hope to move to the US from Canada, and it is not their preferred destination.

Also, I do not agree that unaffordable housing prices and the fall in quality of healthcare can be attributed majorly to immigration. Flawed economic policies on real estate (allowing foreign investments, not considering rent control etc.) and cutting funds for socialised healthcare to push privatisation are bigger factors at play, in my opinion.