text: As a conservative, I don't care what color or religion any immigrant is, providing that they have the necessary qualifications to make their life in Canada a success and for them  to contribute positively to our economy. I do not care if they wear turbans, kilts or niqabs, providing that they are tolerant of those who choose not to do so. 
  There is an obvious need for increased immigration - we have an aging population and a low birthrate and we need young people to come here to pay taxes to support the many programs that are in trouble.  However, it seems that our immigration policy is increasingly attracting far too many people who are likely to be a burden as opposed to a benefit to our economy. Rather than helping us fund much needed programs to help those Canadians who need them, they are making matters worse. 
  I am confident that this is the attitude and belief of most conservatives and I hope that we will elect a leader who is not scared to say this.