I agree with you 100% Dori. I see too many immigrants abusing the system by working under the table and receiving monthly help from the government. It's unfortunate that they are taking money away from people who truly need it. Wonder why we are getting a bad repuration in Canada.... :-X
These people don't realise that when they abuse the system, they are taking money away from schools, education, and other services. In the end, it's the people who work hard every day and pay taxes that are funding their laziness.
Like you, I hope people who immigrate actually plan to settle and look hard to find a job. I understand times are tough and it won't be easy, but one must try.