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Liberal canada is hell bent on destroying the country. violent crime offenders getting out of jail, refugee claims and asylum seekers getting same benefits as residents and citizens, handing out billions of dollars to other countries, opening doors to drug cartels and organized crimes to buy properties in the country which fuels housing prices to soar, capital gains tax increases , carbon taxes on people and industries. these are just a few.

Conservatives proposal is to end presumption of innocence. Instead, we should expedite and strengthen the asylum prcess so that bogus claims are quickly dismissed

The other reason we are letting them in is that our government thinks they are the saviours of the world; they stand up all over the world and shake their fingers at other countries screaming gender equality (but don't mention the rapes in women’s prisons by men who claim to be women). All our government does is virtue signal.

8:32 polish man, bro you are standing naked, and giving interview and calling other people dirty... bro's claim "they don't work" your uber driver was working lol. and wtf with the line "they all look alike" lol, that's racism you can get sued on this btw.

Are you telling me that international students are now turning into asylum claimants ? That's ridiculous. Why didn't they claim asylum when they first came as students? Why claim asylum after graduation?

When your claim is rejected then you should not go back out the front door but rather you're taken out the back door to a bus that takes you to a waiting plane to your home country. Appeal from there

I was born and raised in Canada. Can I claim that I'm a refugee and live better than I am now?

3 million Visas are about to expire. These people will just leave? They will apply for refugee status or asylum claims, which takes another 4 years to get a hearing? The taxpayers pay for housing and benefits?

Rejected Claims?? How did they get in, and allowed to stay here, in the first palce?

Of course the Liberals don't know what is going on. If they knew what was going on then they could be held accountable and it appears that is something no Liberal wants. They don't want to take responsibility ever for anything that they do and they rely on equally inept voters to keep them in office. As to the subject at hand, Canadians should not be responsible for immigrants or people claiming asylum health costs for anything past their first 6 months here. Going past 6 months indicates that they have yet to gain employment and are living off our backs. Those who are still here after being turned back should be located and sent packing immediately regardless of their present standing. For example, someone came here and was rejected but never left. Today they get picked up and now they claim they have a family here. They should still be removed because if they had left when they were supposed to they wouldn't have that family now would they. Yes, it may appear to be harsh but is it not harsh to use the funds provided by people who have a legal right to be here to support those who never should have been here?

This is a travesty. More of the same: incompetence and corruption. How much debt do the Liberals think Canadians can endure? To pay for this crap? Because I’ll tell you right now - while 3 of my grandparents were immigrants to Canada - I really resent today’s immigrants and grifters who claim asylum to avoid leaving. I do not give permission to pay for one more soul. I’m really starting to hate people in general because of all of this.

all the left-wing parties do exactly the same thing: bring in lots of people, manipulate election, and claim more control. they are all the same. Look what happened in Europe, UK, Australia, NewZealand, and UsA. Canadian people, wake up, Vote Conservatives, Save Canada.

More BS from a supposedly neutral balanced media outlet. At least when the CBC have a panel they have one from each party. Here are the facts. The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab is the current Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. She was appointed to the role in May 2025 by Prime Minister Mark Carney following the April 2025 federal election. Her current activity is defined by a shift toward more restrictive and "talent-focused" policies. Here is the technical breakdown of her recent initiatives: 1. 2026 Express Entry Overhaul On February 18, 2026, Diab announced significant adjustments to the Express Entry system. The primary objective is to transition from broad intake to "sustainable levels" while addressing specific labor gaps. * New Categories: Streams were added for researchers, senior managers, transport occupations (pilots/mechanics), and foreign military personnel recruited by the Canadian Armed Forces. * Medical Priority: A specific category was introduced for foreign medical doctors already possessing Canadian work experience. * Tightened Requirements: She doubled the category-specific work experience requirement from 6 months to 12 months. This move is designed to narrow the candidate pool and prioritize those with deeper integration into the Canadian labor market. 2. Legislative Reform (Bill C-12) Diab is currently championing a major immigration and border security bill (C-12), which is moving through its third reading in the Senate as of February 26, 2026. * Executive Power: The bill grants the Governor in Council (acting on cabinet advice) broad authority to vary, cancel, or suspend immigration documents and applications in the "public interest." * Asylum Restrictions: Diab has been vocal about curbing what she terms "fraudulent" claims. The legislation proposes making anyone who has been in Canada for over a year ineligible to claim asylum, and it restricts claims from those entering via land borders outside official ports of entry. 3. Shift in Strategy The Minister’s rhetoric marks a pivot from previous Liberal administrations. Her current messaging focuses on "taking back control" of immigration levels. While she continues to promote the recruitment of "the best and brightest," she has explicitly stated the government's goal is to reduce the total annual number of both permanent and temporary residents. Summary Table | Focus Area | Recent Action | |---|---| | Express Entry | Increased experience threshold to 12 months; added military/researcher streams. | | Asylum Policy | Supporting Bill C-12 to restrict claims made after 1 year of residency. | | Staffing | Recently appointed Isaac MacDonald (former P.E.I. Liberal executive) as Director of Parliamentary Affairs.

Why is it that refugees and asylum claims get more than citizens.

My son is having a hard time finding a job. He is 22 and looking for anything. I told him to leave the country and come back and claim asylum. I am sure they would not say anything because there are no checks and balances in our immigration system.

A clueless immigration minister fits in well with a clueless electorate . The illegal alien extortionists that have been caught in murder and assault with ilegal handguns have claimed asylum and have about six years of taxpayer funded lawyers to help them remain in Canada. Tim Hortons laid off Canadian full time workers and imported temporary part time workers and the tacpayer pays half their wages. A company worty of a nation wide boycott.

Refuge's claim should be deemed recevable only if made outside the canadian territory. In an other country, in a canadian embassy.

Saying that African intelligence is below 70% is discriminatory and offensive. What standard or yardstick are you using to measure the intelligence of African men and women? Intelligence is not determined by race, and such claims are rooted in prejudice, not facts. This kind of comment is unacceptable and deeply disrespectful.

She’s 100% right as a large share of asylum claims are fraudulent.

The guy with the bicycle is spewing flat-out racist garbage with zero scientific basis. Sub-Saharan Africa has produced Nobel laureates, and world-class professionals in diverse disciplines including surgeons, mathematicians, and engineers. His misinformed and slanderous claims originate from long-debunked colonial-era pseudoscience designed to justify oppression and not discover truth. The global scientific consensus is clear: no meaningful cognitive difference exists between human populations. Anyone stating otherwise is either ignorant or deliberately spreading dehumanizing propaganda, and deserves to be called out for exactly what they are.

Dude who killed the hockey players is claiming he needs to stay because of a special needs child

Yes, Canada’s asylum system is currently facing intense scrutiny due to record-high claim volumes and allegations of systemic fraud. THE SCALE OF THE PROBLEM Backlog Explosion: The inventory of pending asylum claims has surged significantly, reaching approximately 300,000 active cases as of late 2025. Rising Claim Volumes: Annual claims reached a record 190,000 in 2024, though they decreased by about a third in early 2025 following new policy measures. Removal Gap: Criticisms have been raised regarding the low rate of deportations; reports indicate that 86% of rejected claimants remain in Canada. SOURCES OF "BOGUS" CLAIMS International Student Surge: There has been an "alarming trend" of international students claiming asylum to remain in the country after their study permits expire or in response to new caps on student visas. Fraud Networks: Investigations have highlighted vulnerabilities where unauthorized agents and transnational fraud networks counsel migrants to submit fabricated narratives or forged documents. "Rubber-Stamping" Allegations: A recent report by the C.D. Howe Institute warned that a paper-based "fast-track" system for certain high-risk countries may be bypassing essential security screenings and in-person questioning. ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL IMPACT Healthcare Costs: The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP), which provides medical benefits to claimants, saw its budget jump from roughly $66 million to over $1 billion annually. Policy Shift: To reduce incentives for non-genuine claims, the government is introducing a co-pay system for supplementary health services (like dental and vision) starting May 1, 2026. CONSEQUENCES OF FRAUD For individuals, filing a "bogus" or misrepresented claim carries severe penalties: A five-year ban from entering or remaining in Canada. Permanent record of fraud with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Loss of current temporary or permanent resident status

I am an indian, genuinely speaking, when I came here back in 2023, I didn’t know there are so many people from one of the indian state called punjab. They have ruined this place as well as image of all Indians. Also, If you want khalistan, why they are not protesting in where their land belongs(so called), why in Canada or Usa? There are 70% of the people are living in canada is punjabi. They have ruined the image of our whole country. We are peace loving people and follow rules but just because of these people, we fell into the same group. Fun fact: why brampton and surrey have bad reputation and increased crime rates because punjabi people live there. Thats heart wrenching. The other aspect is the Canadian government doing nothing to curb thia types of people instead of that these people do crime, get arrested, claim asylum, get free food for 1 year and become the resident of the Canada. I am really frustated and both the goverment and these khalistan entity. Go to hell man.

Also if these "asylum" seekers go back on vacation to where they claim to be persecuted from...deport.

I have never voted conservative before, and I agree with Michelle. Vassy is embarrassing herself. Bogus asylum claims. The evidence? Ummm, the amount of rejected claims? Indian students claiming asylum after their student visas expire and they can’t get PR any more which their “consultants” promised them.

Bogus asylum claim ??? Deport immediately

Even govt. knows 99.9% of asylum claims are bogus. There are professional story writers working openly in every major cities in Canada.

At a restaurant, we met a couple from Mexico on their honeymoon. They said they would be here for six months. I was so surprised at how long that was. They said they had claimed asylum here. They knew they would be rejected, but they said it would take six months until then, and they were being taken care of by our government. For everything. They said several of their friends had done the same... It seemed well known as a way to travel free in Canada...

Send them back to India.. as our supreme leader claims that "We are Vishwaguru 😂" .. but please don't kill anyone 😢that is sad ...

According to Matthew 25:31-46, we Westerners have to welcome the stranger. It is our duty, not optional. No asylum claim on the part of the stranger is required. The conservatives should know this duty.

Come on Vassy you are sounding rediculous. What does it matter 10,000 or 100,000 anyone committing a bogus claim needs to be weeded out and sent home. Doesn't this just make sense why should they have better health care than I do as a Canadian who has contributed for years.

Liberals destroyed the whole system in this country! From sending money to corrupt Ulraine regime, paying free hotels and giving money to bogus claims! Next level corruption and wasting of taxpayers money 💰

Immigration is a federal responsibility, not provincial and Canada should remain a welcoming country to all immigrants imo, but, if you're here on a work or student visa, newcomers should have to prove employment, training, full-time enrollment, and residency on a quarterly basis. It would drastically limit people becoming ghosts in the system. Refugees and asylum seekers should be allowed 1 appeal only and removed immediately if their claim has been denied. A 90-day grace period should be enacted to get their paperwork and affairs in order. If you're here for a better life, steps should be taken to ensure you're actively trying to accomplish that goal until citizenship is granted. Jmho.

One fix would be to not let TFW or student visas that are denied renewal to claim asylum.

The only asylum claims canada should be accepting are american since thats the only country we border.

Come on Vassey, you know very well there are bogus claims. If I know it she should.

Bogus asylum claim was always a way become legal for few years,get SIN,make money,srnt to home country.Asylum claim is in air for 3-4 years because system is overloaded,and after claim rejected you can apply for humanitarian cause and be legal longer

Working immigrant here, if they don't pay towards it the shouldn't get it, also they shouldn't be allowed to come before their claim for refuge is valid, but even at that , why is their problems canadas problems

The problem is bogus asylum claims the liberals do not work swiftly, and eventually let them stay here while taxpayers are paying for someone else’s better livelihood

If you commit crime or bogus claim...should be deported and ne er allowed back or able to immigrant ever again...including their closest relatives

This needs to be cleaned up. Put the money in to get through the claim backlog and if someone is ruled inadmissible, cut them off and deport them. Why the heck is it taking 8 years to get a known criminal deported! Stop just handing out our hard earned cash.

Wake up Vassy. Rejected claims need to be deported within 30 days. Total nonsense and most are from countries that don't want to integrate either.

The only bogus claim is from this leach of an MP. The typical Con making up stories. This is a non issue. Once it has been determined their claim denied, they are deported.

If your claim was rejected you have to leave the country and try again the proper way

But you need to give a number of the bogus claims....YES everyone agree bogus claim should Not get helath benifits ok, BUT HOW MANY ? '......''give or take actually half "....lol

When they go home for a vacation that we pay for there is a Big problem criminal make a claim after they get charged That is insane

deport all bogus claim makers today, don't care if they have started a family in the mean time. send the family along with them

like the person who comes under a student visa, is here for months or years, and then when it comes time for them to go home, they make an asylum claim? If a claim is not made the minute they cross the border, they are totally bogus.

common sense, If an individual has been found to have a bogus claim, then deport them.

Vassey has a job to do but asking questions about how many false claims and how much they cost is irrelevant frankly. Whether it’s 10 of millions or 100 millions, it’s wrong and needs to be fixed.