What two measures did the Canadian government implement to discourage South Asian immigration?

The Canadian government implemented the continuous voyage requirement and sufficient funds upon arrival as measures to discourage South Asian immigration. The continuous voyage requirement mandated that ships bringing immigrants to Canada had to come directly from their port of origin to ensure that individuals could not stop at any other ports, primarily targeting those who were not British subjects. This made it more challenging for immigrants from India and other parts of South Asia to reach Canada.

Additionally, the requirement for sufficient funds upon arrival meant that immigrants were expected to prove they had a certain amount of money at their disposal. This was a financial barrier that effectively limited the number of South Asian individuals who could afford to immigrate, as many lacked the necessary resources to meet this provision. Together, these measures served to significantly reduce the flow of South Asian immigrants during that period.