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Could a U.S. visa fee push tech workers to Canada? Here’s what you need to know

by The Canadian Press October 4, 2025

written by The Canadian Press October 4, 2025

By David Baxter Prime Minister Mark Carney says he sees an opening for Canada to attract global tech talent now that the United States is introducing a $100,000 fee for temporary visas for workers with specialized skills. But the Canadian tech sector typically sees a lot of migration to the U.S. amo...

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Could a U.S. visa fee push tech workers to Canada? Here’s what you need to know

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