The policy divided refugee claimants based on where they were from. Refugee rights would be limited if on a list of 42 countries deemed safe – such as the United States and most of Europe. Continue reading
Trudeau and immigration officials continue to insist the system is just fine and that Conservatives are merely stoking fears for partisan gain. Continue reading
The number of asylum-seekers crossing the border “irregularly” into Canada has slowed compared to early last year. Continue reading
A backlog of “legacy” refugee claims filed by applicants who have been waiting over seven years to find out if they can remain in Canada will soon be cleared, as Ottawa now turns its attention to an even bigger backlog of fresh asylum claims. Continue reading
The federal government is planning to spend an additional $114.7 million to compensate provinces and municipalities for temporary housing costs for asylum seekers. Continue reading
The flow of asylum seekers using Roxham Road has slowed slightly, but locals like Susan Heller who live near the country’s busiest illegal crossing know that can change in a hurry. Continue reading
In an ideal world, calling out racists would be uncontroversial, Supriya Dwivedi writes. Unfortunately, that’s not the world – or the country – we live in. Continue reading
An LGBTQ couple from the Bahamas is among thousands of refugees bouncing around temporary housing which has become a hallmark of Canada’s response to the influx of refugees. Continue reading
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made no apologies after calling out a woman’s “intolerant” views about irregular asylum seekers. Continue reading
The Conservatives have been blasting the Trudeau government for failing to stem the tide of asylum seekers from the U.S. Here’s a look at the facts, and what experts say. Continue reading