Canada's integration experience is desired by many other countries. One thing I've always argued that Canada does well is that, while it can be very difficult to start off, the situation gets better and better year over year. Our background is around refugees. I can't speak to the experience of all immigrants, but I'm sure a similar case could be made there. Part of this relates to key elements. It's not just about the programs and supports provided, or the strength of character of these individuals. It's also about the opportunity for things like permanent residency and citizenship.
We have been looking at census data and trying to understand the integration experience of refugees. What we're finding is that refugees are more likely to work in areas Canada needs, such as health care, manufacturing and the trades. Refugees, on average, tend to be younger than the overall population, and they're ready to work.
I said that those first 10 years are difficult, but the point is that they never plateau. It gets better and better. Within those first 10 years, while their incomes can be quite low, they increase by 31% and such.