Poll says many Canadians want immigration cutbacks [Video]

People gathered at the Miner’s Forum in Glace Bay, N.S., on Friday to discuss new ways to attract and retain newcomers.

“A massive boon to our communities, and we are looking forward to population growth,” said Tyler Mattheis, CEO of the Cape Breton Partnership, which is putting on a series of discussions about immigration strategies in communities across Cape Breton.

A recent CTV News Nanos poll says the majority of Canadians surveyed feel the country should accept fewer immigrants in 2025 than it did this year.

Nearly three-quarters of respondents said immigration should be reduced until housing becomes more affordable.

On Wednesday, the federal government announced it will cut back even more on international study permits, along with work permits for post-graduate students and spouses.

“I think it’s a situation where the federal government is swinging the pendulum too far the other way,” said Sydney business owner Craig Boudreau.

Boudreau estimates about 90 per cent of …