After Bibi's acquittal, thousands of Islamic extremists took to the streets in protest, threatening to kill her. Bibi was placed in protective custody until Canada offered help.

Asia Bibi spent eight years on death row after the accusation of blasphemy.

Canadian officials say Bibi's safety is a priority but didn't comment on her asylum status.

Asia Bibi will finally be able to join her daughters who earlier fled to Canada where they have been given asylum.

Asia Bibi, who spent eight years on death row in Pakistan before being released, is in protective custody because her life is in danger from those who disagree with the acquittal.

Asia Bibi, a Pakistani Christian woman accused of blasphemy over an incident involving a container of water, has been cleared of the charges after nine years on death row.