The Iranian Population in Canada

 
How large is the Iranian population in Canada?
 
Canada is currently one of the most advanced and diverse countries in the world, known for its successes and attractions in all fields, with both official languages being English and French. This country has been an important destination for people from all over the world, including Iranians, due to its openness to immigration, and as a result, the Iranian population in Canada is continuously growing. Canada annually welcomes a significant number of newcomers from various parts of the world. An interesting point to note is that a considerable percentage of the residents in Canada are our compatriots and Iranian residents. According to statistics from 2016, Iranians were the fourth-largest immigrant group to Canada between 2011 and 2016. In this blog, we will further examine the Iranian population in Canada.
  

The Iranian Resident Population in Canada

 
The Iranian population in Canada is constantly growing. According to recent statistics, approximately 350,000 Iranians live in Canada. This population is dispersed throughout Canada, with the highest numbers residing in the provinces of Ontario, British Columbia, and Quebec.
 
Due to political developments in Iran, many Iranians have immigrated to Canada in search of security and better opportunities for life. The term commonly used to describe these waves of migration is the "migration wave." The Iranian migration wave to Canada began in the 1980s and 1990s and has continued since then.
 
In general, the Iranian population in Canada can be divided into two categories: Iranians who immigrated to Canada in previous decades and Iranians who arrived in Canada after the 1979 revolution. In previous decades, many Iranians were accepted as refugees in Canada and, due to improved living conditions, many decided to stay in Canada. However, after the 1979 revolution, many Iranians migrated to Canada due to the political and social conditions in Iran and have remained in Canada for reasons such as education, work, or investment.
 
The Iranian population in Canada is highly diverse, consisting of individuals with various educational backgrounds and occupations. Many Iranians in Canada are employed in various industries, including information technology, engineering, medicine, law, business, and other fields. Many Iranians in Canada are actively engaged as researchers, students, or university professors due to their educational backgrounds.
 
Additionally, Iranians in Canada continue their cultural and artistic activities through various associations and organizations. Iranians in Canada have contributed significantly to Canadian culture and art by showcasing their own culture and art forms.
 
As a result, the Iranian population in Canada is recognized as a dynamic and active community within Canada. Many Iranians in Canada are known as prominent examples of success and achievement in education and professional fields due to their efforts.
 
The population of Iranians in Canada will soon reach 500,000. Generally, the Iranian population in Canada ranks approximately fourth in the table of immigrant populations to Canada. These statistics were compiled between 2011 and 2016. You might be interested to know who ranks first in this table. According to the statistics and figures, the Filipinos hold the first rank with 188,805 immigrants, making them the largest immigrant population in Canada. Following the Filipinos, Indians occupy the second rank in this interesting and surprising statistic. India, which is also the second most populous country in the world, has 147,190 of its population residing in Canada.
 
 

The Chinese, being the most populous country globally, rank third in this statistical table with 129,020 individuals. Iranians, with 42,070 immigrants, have managed to secure the fourth rank as newcomers to Canada between 2011 and 2016. If we estimate the rankings and populations in percentages, we realize that Iranians accounted for approximately 3.5% of the newcomers to Canada during the years 2011 to 2016.
 
 

In Canada, a highly advanced and immigrant-friendly country, indigenous Canadians make up 78% of the total population, while approximately 22% of the country's residents are immigrants. The immigrant population in this country is continually increasing, and this growth has been made possible and will continue through the planning and policies of the Canadian government.
 
 

The Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has announced that the plans implemented aim to attract as many immigrants as possible to the country. It is projected that by the year 2020, approximately one million new immigrants will enter Canada. Interestingly, according to researchers and experts' predictions, by 2036, immigrants will constitute over 30% of Canada's total population.
 

Popular Canadian Provinces for Immigrants

 
According to conducted research, the results show that the most popular province in Canada for immigrants among all provinces is Ontario. Following that, the provinces located in the western part of the country, such as Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, are also popular choices for immigrants to Canada after Ontario. If you are planning to immigrate to Canada, a welcoming and beautiful country, we recommend considering one of these provinces as your destination and start a life there in comfort and well-being.
 
 

Recent studies have yielded various results. One of the findings from these conducted researches is that approximately 22% of Canadians were born outside the country, and from 2011 to 2016, 1.2 million individuals immigrated to Canada. Firstly, this indicates the country's immigrant-friendly nature, especially in recent years. Secondly, it shows that Canada offers a high standard of living that has attracted millions of people worldwide to choose Canada as their place to live.
 
 

The published statistics demonstrate that after Iranians, people from countries such as Pakistan, the United States, Syria, the United Kingdom, and France rank fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, and ninth, respectively, in terms of the highest number of immigrants to Canada during the years 2011 to 2016.