Rising living costs and housing shortages in Canada have prompted an increase in emigration, with over 42,000 leaving in the first half of 2023, adding to the trend seen in 2022 and 2021. The departure of immigrants challenges Prime Minister Trudeau's pro-immigration policies, granting residency to 2.5 million in eight years. Affordability issues, especially housing, prompt departures, impacting newcomers' decisions to stay.