Canada selects immigrants mainly based on their ability to settle in Canada and take part in its economy. Prospective immigrants receive points for job skills, education levels, as well as proficiency in English or French when applying to Canada.
In Canada we say “we’re a mosaic, not a melting pot” and "there is no hierarchy of languages - all languages are equal". The Toronto school system has created several dual-language books with suggested activities and online resources in multiple languages, especially for parents. There are free, vetted interpreters available for in-person or phone parent-teacher conferences. Parents are often invited to share aspects of their culture at the school so their children feel a sense of pride in where they come from. Building relationships with immigrant students and their families is essential to helping them excel.
Professional teaching is one of the most important school-based influences on how well students learn and perform academically. In Canada, ensuring that top-notch teaching talent gets into the nation’s classrooms starts with a rigorous teacher preparation process. At the University of Toronto last year the teacher-preparation program had almost 400 applicants for 75 available slots.
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