The Global Mass Migration of the Second Half of the Nineteenth

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Essay

The global mass migration of the second half of the nineteenth century was one of the most dramatic events in human history. How extensive was this movement of people? Where did they come from, and where did they go? What were the social origins of the various groups of migrants, and what were their motivations?

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Definitions:

Economic Class

An immigration category that includes federal and Quebec-selected skilled workers, federal and Quebec-selected business immigrants, provincial and territorial nominees, the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), and caregivers, as well as spouses, partners, and dependants who accompany the principal applicants in any of these economic categories (Government of Canada, 2016a).

Refugee Class

A classification within immigration policy referring to individuals granted asylum or refugee status due to persecution or fear of persecution in their home countries.

Singh Decision

Landmark decision in refugee determination made by the Supreme Court of Canada in 1985; the decision protects the right of every refugee claimant to an oral hearing.

Supreme Court of Canada

The highest court in Canada, which serves as the final court of appeal and arbitrates over disputes concerning constitutional matters, federal and provincial legislation.