Recent immigrants to Canada from less developed countries are struggling in the job market compared to immigrants from industrialized nations. Factors like education, visible minority status, language skills, occupation, and country of origin play a significant role in their performance. Data analysis suggests that improving the selection criteria for immigrants based on successful characteristics could enhance their success. Earnings of immigrants vary greatly by their country of origin, with language skills and education credentials portability being contributing factors. This highlights the need for adjustments in immigration policy to address the underperformance of certain immigrant groups.