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Migrant Integration in the Mid-21st Century: Bridging Divides

The research program is dedicated to building a new understanding of the challenges and opportunities that migrant integration poses for Canada, and all countries, locally and across borders. Bridging Divides is funded by the Government of Canada through the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF)  (external link) .

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Immigrant Health and Well-Being

Innovative strategies and technologies that help immigrant communities identify needs, co-create solutions and reduce health disparities.

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Employment and Lifelong Learning

How advanced digital technologies can strengthen immigrants’ economic integration and access to opportunity.

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Place and Infrastructure

Advanced digital and smart infrastructure technologies that strengthen social infrastructure and build resilient urban communities.

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Citizenship and Participation

Civic, political and citizenship pathways that foster resilient, inclusive and sustainable communities.

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Bridging Divides Academic Consortium

Toronto Metropolitan University, Concordia University, University of Alberta, University of British Columbia

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