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Lucia Nalbandian, Ph.D. Student, Political Science, University of Toronto

Canada needs to consider the user experience of migrants when designing programs that impact them

People walk through Pearson International Airport in Toronto in March 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

The first interaction many Canadians have with government services today is digital. Older Canadians turn to the internet to understand how to file for Old Age Security or track down a customer service phone number. Parents visit school district websites for information on school closures, schedules and curricula.

These digital offerings present an opportunity to enhance the quality of services and improve citizens’ experiences by taking a human-centred design approach.

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