The Canadian government's Strong Borders Act proposes drastic changes to immigration laws, including barring anyone who has stayed over a year from refugee hearings, affecting those who entered since June 2020. Asylum seekers must apply within 14 days if they enter at unofficial ports of entry, which would disadvantage those fleeing persecution. Critics warn the bill may violate civil liberties and has been condemned by organizations like Amnesty International. Despite this, the government asserts that the act is necessary for public safety and to combat organized crime and drug trafficking.
The Strong Borders Act would bar anyone who has been in the country for over a year from receiving refugee hearings, impacting those who entered after June 2020.
The legislation allows the immigration minister to cancel immigration documents en masse, significantly increasing the risk of mass deportations.
Critics like Jenny Wai Ching Kwan warn that Bill C-2 breaches civil liberties and basic rights, raising concerns about the impact on vulnerable populations.
The government argues that the aim is to keep Canadians safe by equipping law enforcement to address issues like transnational crime and fentanyl trafficking.
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