The Canadian government has introduced Bill C-2, also known as the Strong Borders Act, aimed at enhancing border security and reforming the immigration system. This bill proposes significant changes to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the Department of Citizenship and Immigration Act.
Key Provisions:
1- Information Sharing: IRCC will be authorized to share client information with federal, provincial, and territorial partners to enhance security and streamline processes.
2- Control Over Immigration Documents: IRCC will have expanded powers to cancel, suspend, or modify immigration documents in the public interest, particularly for national security or public health reasons.
3- Asylum Claims: The bill introduces new ineligibility provisions for asylum claims, including:
- – Claims made more than one year after arriving in Canada (post-June 24, 2020)
- – Claims made by individuals entering Canada from the US along the land border between ports of entry and making a claim after 14 days
4- Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA): Individuals affected by ineligibility provisions may still apply for a PRRA to avoid removal to a country where they face harm ¹ ².
Implications:
- Streamlined Processes: The bill aims to simplify the online application process for asylum claims and speed up decisions.
- Increased Efficiency: Claims will only be decided when claimants are physically present in Canada, and inactive cases will be removed from the system.
- Support for Vulnerable Claimants: The bill proposes assigning representatives to support vulnerable claimants, such as minors, during IRCC and CBSA proceedings.
Impact on Immigration:
- Tighter Border Control: The bill reflects the government’s focus on strengthening border security and addressing concerns around false refugee claims and fake asylum claims.
- Changes in Refugee Claims: The new provisions may lead to a more efficient asylum system, but also raise concerns about access to protection for genuine refugees ¹.
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