Today, Canada faces low birth rates and inter-provincial migration patterns which combine to impact on its capacity to grow and develop. Immigration is essential in order to deal with this serious issue. Canada brings skilled people from overseas who have transferable skills to contribute to the Canadian labour market. Canada attracts business people who have venture capital, business acumen and entrepreneurial skills. It is however, not merely about numbers; it's about people, who foster international trade, commercial and cultural ties, and who fuel an economy driven by innovation, ideas, skills and talents. Immigration is a visible expression of the values that underpin the collective identity of Canadians and the building of strong and energetic communities based on cultural diversity and mutual respect.