Canada is implementing stricter immigration measures, including a 10% reduction in international student permits and tighter controls on foreign workers, to manage rapid population growth and ensure sustainability. This move aims to balance the benefits of welcoming newcomers with the need for a sustainable immigration system.
Pakistan is projected to become the third-most populous country in the world by mid-century, surpassing the United States and Indonesia. While a large population can stimulate economic growth, Pakistan faces significant challenges in providing jobs, food, and energy for its growing population, potentially exacerbating existing economic problems.
Amidst widespread riots sparked by a fatal stabbing, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is calling for a parliamentary debate on the impact of population growth, blaming it for societal breakdown. He attributes the violence to a perceived lack of integration and ‘two-tier policing’ following the Black Lives Matter protests, highlighting concerns about uncontrolled immigration and its consequences.
New Zealand’s slowing population growth, driven by reduced immigration and increased emigration, is having dual effects on the tourism sector. While it may reduce domestic travel demand, it also presents an opportunity for operators to focus on international tourists and specialized offerings.
California’s population has increased for the first time since 2019, ending a three-year trend of decline. The state gained over 67,000 residents in 2023, a 0.17% increase. The growth was driven by a rebound in legal international immigration and a slowdown in domestic outmigration. Despite the growth, California still faces economic challenges, including a multi-billion dollar budget deficit and a higher unemployment rate than the national average.
A new map of the U.S. population shows which states have experienced the most significant growth and decline in population over the past four years. The data, sourced from the State Data Center, indicates that Texas has seen the largest increase, gaining over 470,000 people since 2022. Florida, North Carolina, and Georgia also experienced notable growth. Conversely, New York and California have lost the most population, with New York losing around 100,000 and California losing 75,000. Experts attribute the population shifts to factors such as domestic migration, job opportunities, and cost of living.
Mayor Dan Kutcher’s inaugural state-of-the-city address for Summerside focused on the challenges and opportunities brought by the city’s rapid population growth, which has surpassed 10% in recent years. This growth, while necessary to address labor shortages, has also led to an increase in unhoused individuals, prompting the city to coordinate support services. Summerside is actively building new housing to accommodate its growing population, with over 500 units under construction last summer and an east-west housing corridor project underway. The city has also made progress in revitalizing its downtown with the Regent development and is working to enhance the area’s safety and accessibility. Mayor Kutcher emphasized the city’s commitment to sustainability, highlighting its renewable energy infrastructure and plans for hydrogen power generation.
