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What is Canada’s new immigration bill? Fentanyl flow and border security addressed; To promote the ‘integrity’ of the country’s immigration system

The Canadian government proposed a new bill with the aim of tightening the immigration system of the country and expanding law enforcement powers. Known as a strong Borders Act, the law will restrict some asylum claims and allow authorities to prevent immigration processing under certain circumstances.The proposal comes when the Canada faces increasing pressure to reduce the level of immigration, which deteriorates public services and a national housing deficiency under stress. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who took over after winning the April election, vowed to address what “uncertain” immigration numbers said.A major provision in the bill will prevent individuals from applying for asylum if they have been in Canada for more than a year, making them eligible for exile. It will also provide increased power to the police to monitor the shared border with the US. A part of the bill targets the flow of fentinyl and illegal weapons, issues that have created friction with the US in recent years.Under the current law, people can claim asylum in Canada, how long they have stayed in the country. The new bill will be converted into, which requires shelter seekers entering the US under a third country agreement safe to apply for security within 14 days. Even if a claim is dismissed due to time, the applicants will still be eligible for a risk evaluation, to determine if returning them to their country will pose a threat.The 127-Page bill also proposes extended powers for officers to open and inspect the mail during a criminal investigation for officers, and will introduce new financial sanctions, such as banning cash transactions on Canadian $ 10,000 and large cash deposits in another person’s account.Immigration Minister Leena Diab said the bill is designed to combat organized crime and reduce illegal drugs and weapons flow. He said that the proposed changes would help preserve the “integrity” of Canada’s immigration system.Critics say that proposed measures are a threat to civilian freedom. Jenny Quan, a legalist of the new Democratic Party, warned that the bill “should be worrying for many Canadians.” The advocacy group, Pravasi Rights Network also condemned the law, called it “immoral” and accused the government of preparation for “large -scale exile”.

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