Farewell to the American dream? Canada’s plan to attract skilled workers who cannot obtain H-1B visas in the United States.

He Canadian government announced a $1.7 billion initiative intended for attract international researchers to the country. The measure contrasts with the Trump administration’s decision in the United States to impose one $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applicants.

The news was confirmed by Melanie Joly, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry of Canada and responsible for economic development; And Marjorie MichelHealth Minister, in a statement.

In the letter they stated the following: a Investment of up to $1.7 billion over 12 years Attracting and supporting more than 1,000 leading international and expatriate researchers, including Francophone scientistshe explained CBS.

“While other countries Restriction of academic freedoms and undermine cutting-edge research, “Canada is investing and redoubling its efforts in science”Jolly said.

Then he added: “By attracting the brightest minds in the world, The Canadian government is building a scientific power plant of this kind and academic driving the G7’s most robust economy.”

Canada’s initiative is divided into four specific axes:

Recruitment will focus on key long-term research areas Canada. This includes digital technologies advanced like artificial intelligence, Health And Food and water security.

Additionally, accepts research papers that cover several priority areasfood and water security studies; democratic and community resilience; advanced manufacturing and materials; and defense and dual-use technologies.

At the end of September, the Trump administration announced a fee from $100,000 for each H-1B visa application. The signing of this order took place at an event in the Oval Office, where the President was accompanied by the Secretary of Commerce. Howard Lutnick.

“Our policy is that they stop trying to get people to take our jobs.”Lutnick noted this during the signing.

The measure is expected to have an impact strong impact in the United States. It is estimated to have an impact on the technology sector, especially companies like Amazon, IBM, Microsoft and Googleand also to Health systemparticularly to rural medical centers that need more staff.