The 10 year multiple entry Visas were part of a trade agreement. Canada granted China in return China granted Canada. Also, late 2014 a similar arrangement was made between China and the US whereby each country granted 10 year multiple entry Visas options to the other country's citizens.

India came in 2nd place nearly 200K in 10 year Visas issued last year. 1/3 of applications from China were rejected. Approx 600K applied. Approx 400K approved.

Important note according to Immigration Canada: "As of February 6, 2014 all visa applicants are automatically considered for a multiple entry visa even if they applied for a single entry visa."

The Canadian business community push for various moves so as to Canada not being left behind Australia recent free trade agreement with China. Australia's moves on the Sino FTA has now left Canada behind on their exports. For example, Canadian Barley and Coke producers are now at a tariff disadvantage to Australia.