Conservatives Push for Refugee Health Plan Overhaul
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre calls for reforms to the Interim Federal Health Program, which costs nearly $1 billion annually and provides benefits exceeding those for Canadian citizens.
Category : Immigration Policy
MAGA Couple Turns Against Trump After Immigration Detention
A New Jersey couple who were staunch Trump supporters say his immigration policies have devastated their lives after the husband was detained by ICE for 108 days over a missed court date from a decade ago.
Canadian Citizenship Act Changes Impact Millions of Americans
The implementation of Bill C-3, known as the Lost Canadians Act, has retroactively granted Canadian citizenship to an estimated 20 million Americans, with significant implications for New England residents.
Canada Granted Refugee Status to 25,000 Without Screening
A C.D. Howe Institute report reveals Canada's immigration system bypassed security protocols for 25,000 asylum seekers from high-risk countries, raising serious concerns about national security and fraud prevention.
ICE Restaurant Raids Target Immigrant Businesses Nationwide
Following a high-profile incident in Minnesota, immigrant-owned restaurants across America face increased ICE raids. Experts reveal most cases go unreported due to fear, while advocacy groups provide crucial guidance on rights during enforcement actions.
Ukrainian Refugees Build New Lives in Montreal Amid War
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine enters its fifth year, displaced Ukrainians in Montreal are establishing roots while continuing to support their homeland through community efforts and resilience.
Fast-Track Permanent Status for Ukrainian Refugees Urged
Immigration Minister Lena Diab sends mixed signals as 300,000 Ukrainians face visa expirations, sparking calls for expedited permanent residency pathways.
U.K. Passport Rules for Dual Citizens Take Effect
Starting February 25, dual British-Canadian citizens must use a British or Irish passport to enter the U.K., causing travel disruptions and renewal challenges.
U.S. Deports Gay Asylum-Seeker to Nation Banning Homosexuality
The United States has deported a gay asylum-seeker to a third country where homosexuality is illegal, raising serious human rights concerns about the treatment of LGBTQ+ individuals in immigration proceedings.
Trudeau's Immigration Policies Dismantle Harper's Framework
Political columnist Brian Lilley discusses with former Immigration Minister Jason Kenney how Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's immigration approach has fundamentally altered the policies established under Stephen Harper's government.
Smith Pushes Quebec-Style Immigration Model for Alberta
Premier Danielle Smith defends Alberta's planned immigration referendum, proposing fees for non-permanent residents and citing federal policy impacts on provincial services.
ICE's Secretive Detention Center Purchases Frustrate Towns
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's $45-billion expansion of immigrant detention facilities is shrouded in secrecy, leaving towns like Social Circle, Georgia, in the dark and concerned about local impacts.
Alberta's Immigration Policy Shift: Welcoming to Restrictive
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's referendum push to curb immigration marks a dramatic reversal from previous efforts to attract skilled workers, highlighting tensions with federal immigration policies.
Calgary Experts Slam Alberta Immigration Referendum as Misguided
Calgary-based immigration consultants and newcomer agency leaders warn Alberta's proposed fall referendum on immigration is politically charged, could worsen labor shortages, and fuel anti-immigrant sentiment.
Alberta Immigration: Numbers, Benefits, and Challenges
Alberta faces scrutiny over immigration influx and entitlements, with Premier Danielle Smith highlighting population growth challenges and federal policies in focus.
Alberta Premier Proposes Immigration Control and Fees for Workers
Premier Danielle Smith announces a fall referendum with nine questions, including Quebec-style immigration control and fees for temporary residents accessing services.
ICE Drawdown Leaves Fear in Minneapolis Immigrant Communities
Despite the announced reduction in ICE agents in Minneapolis, residents remain terrified as federal presence persists, with Mayor Jacob Frey reporting ongoing trauma and limited objective data.
Kenney on Open Border's Economic Impact in Canada
Former Immigration Minister Jason Kenney analyzes the pocketbook effects of an open border in Canada, as discussed in a Sun political column video interview.
First Nations Advised to Carry Passports for U.S. Border
Global Affairs Canada updates travel advice, warning that Secure Certificate of Indian Status cards may not suffice for U.S. entry, recommending passports as essential documentation.
ICE Raids Force Immigrants to Choose: Arrest or Eviction in LA
Federal immigration raids in Los Angeles have created impossible choices for immigrant workers, forcing many to self-deport as they face eviction while fearing arrest. County supervisors reject broader protections.
Alberta Immigration Views Spark Controversy in Letters
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's upcoming immigration speech has drawn criticism after her executive director's inflammatory comments. Readers express concern that anti-immigrant views don't represent modern Alberta.
Trump Administration Expands Powers to Detain Refugees
A new DHS memo allows federal agents to arrest and detain refugees who entered the U.S. legally but lack permanent residency after one year, reversing Obama-era protections.
Alberta Immigration Referendum Sparks Criticism as 'Crackdown'
Premier Danielle Smith's announcement of a provincewide immigration referendum faces backlash from critics who call it a distraction from complex issues.
Edmonton Immigrant Welcome Centre Reopens in Mill Woods
The Welcome Centre for Immigrants has returned to Edmonton's Mill Woods neighborhood, now operating from a new location to better serve newcomers with settlement services and community integration support.
ICE Detainee Death in Indiana Marks Seventh Fatality in 2026
A Cambodian national died in ICE custody in Indiana, the seventh death in federal immigration detention this year, amid rising detainee numbers and scrutiny over conditions.
Municipalities Demand PEQ Immigration Program Reinstatement
Municipal leaders from Montreal and Quebec City regions are calling on the provincial government to reinstate the PEQ immigration program, citing broken promises and economic consequences for immigrants left in limbo.
B.C. Man Wins Second Chance to Keep Citizenship After Concealing Deportation
A Federal Court judge has granted a British Columbia man a reprieve in his fight to maintain Canadian citizenship after he failed to disclose a prior deportation and use of an alias during his immigration process.
Immigrant Wins New Chance to Keep Canadian Citizenship
A Bangladeshi immigrant who used a false identity in his initial refugee claim has won a Federal Court appeal for another opportunity to retain his Canadian citizenship, with the judge citing procedural deficiencies in the original decision.
Immigration Drives Northern Ontario's Economic Growth
Experts highlight that immigration is crucial for sustaining Northern Ontario's population and economic development, addressing labor shortages and demographic challenges.
Alberta Premier Smith Signals Immigration Policy Shift Ahead of Address
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith indicates significant changes to immigration policy, emphasizing taxpayer-first approach and economic migrants, ahead of Thursday's provincial address.
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