“Chain migration” bill advances after Liberals, NDP reject citizenship language requirements

A controversial bill dubbed the “chain migration” bill by Conservatives is moving forward after the Liberals and NDP rejected amendments that would have required stricter security checks.

Source: Immigration.ca

A controversial bill dubbed the “chain migration” bill by Conservatives is moving forward after the Liberals and NDP rejected amendments that would have required stricter security checks, language tests, and stronger ties to Canada for new citizens. The bill, known as Bill C-3, is now headed for its third reading.