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Despite 51st state rhetoric, Canadians open to relocating for work, tax breaks and healthcare access: study

A new study from the University of Calgary also revealed interesting findings for why Canadians were leaving for the U.S.

Quinn Patrick
Jul 05, 2026
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While many Canadians are outraged by U.S. President Donald Trump’s rhetoric about making Canada the 51st state, a new study shows that many would still consider relocating south of the border for better economic opportunities and tax incentives.

According to Statistics Canada, nearly 20,000 Canadians emigrated to the U.S. permanently in 2022, marking a 65 per cent increase from the year before.

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