Universities across the nation are urging international students to return to the United States before the upcoming presidential inauguration. This proactive measure stems from a well-founded concern about potential executive orders impacting travel and visa processing. The history of previous administrations offers precedent for such actions, highlighting the very real possibility of sudden changes affecting international students’ ability to re-enter the country.
The warnings are not baseless fear-mongering; past events serve as stark reminders of the potential consequences. Previous instances have seen travel bans implemented with little warning, leaving international students stranded abroad, unable to return to their studies and facing significant disruption to their academic lives.… Continue reading
Harshkumar Patel and Steve Shand stand trial for human smuggling, accused of operating a sophisticated network bringing Indian migrants into the US via the Canada border. Their operation, spanning five weeks, involved multiple crossings, with one attempt resulting in the tragic deaths of Jagdish Patel, his wife, and their two young children due to extreme cold. The Patels, from a village where emigration is common, perished despite the smugglers’ knowledge of the blizzard conditions. The trial highlights the dangers of illegal immigration driven by economic aspirations and the ruthless exploitation by smuggling networks.
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Immigration Minister Marc Miller has stated that the federal government is prepared to work with the United States as it implements President Trump’s immigration policies, but emphasizes that anyone wishing to immigrate to Canada must do so legally. Despite speculation that Trump’s plans may lead to an influx of asylum seekers, Miller maintains that Canada will prioritize border security and ensure that immigration occurs through established pathways. The government acknowledges concerns raised by opposition MPs, Quebec Premier Francois Legault, and immigration lawyers regarding potential influxes, and is actively addressing these concerns through existing protocols and ongoing dialogue with the U.S. administration.
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As Donald Trump has announced his intention to pursue mass deportations of undocumented immigrants, Canada is anticipating a surge in asylum seekers at its southern border. This follows a pattern established during Trump’s first term when thousands of Haitians fled to Canada after the loss of their temporary protected status. The closure of the Roxham Road crossing, a previously popular entry point for asylum seekers, has only increased the urgency of this issue. The RCMP has confirmed its preparedness for an influx of migrants but acknowledges the ongoing backlog and lengthy processing times for asylum claims. Experts warn that the lack of accessible crossing points could drive desperate families to dangerous routes, highlighting the tragic consequences of similar attempts in the past.
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