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Canada passes first Immigration Act following Confederation.
Date: 1869
Immigration
Canada
Laws/legislation/policy
The act focuses on ensuring the safety of immigrants and preventing their exploitation. It is designed to encourage immigration, particularly to Western Canada.
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