Immigration Isn’t Tragedy, It’s Strategy: The Economic Case for Newcomers in Alberta

At this installment of Hot Dogs & Hot Takes on History, leading expert on the economics and social impacts of immigration Dr. Nketti Johnston-Taylor explores the historical impacts of newcomers on our community; not just economically, but also culturally and socially.

In this current age where the contributions of immigrants are constantly questioned and accused of “taking away” from current residents, Nketti challenges us to consider what Calgary and Alberta would look like without the diversity that we now enjoy. In the wake of the referendum results, she asks us to consider whether limiting immigration is truly the key to building a prosperous, sustainable economy and society.

Come for the hot dogs, stay for the conversation about how immigration doesn’t take away, but in fact makes us stronger.