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Policy Critique

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It’s not the fault of immigrants- it’s the fault of the Canadian government letting in too many people at the same time. The student visa is a scam. The corporates want to bring us in …
It’s not the fault of immigrants- it’s the fault of the Canadian government letting in too many people at the same time. The student visa is a scam. The corporates want to bring us in to suppress the wage growth.
Critiques government immigration policy and student visa programs, arguing they serve corporate wage suppression rather than immigrant benefit.
arunsubramanian7949 Feb 4, 2026
Easy fix. Shut down the LMIA and NO student workers (if you come to study you should bring money to survive).
Easy fix. Shut down the LMIA and NO student workers (if you come to study you should bring money to survive).
Proposes specific policy changes (shutting down LMIA and restricting student workers) as a solution to immigration issues.
sdunn5643 Oct 5, 2025
Canada needs to stop immigration
Canada needs to stop immigration
Direct criticism of Canadian immigration policy, calling for cessation of immigration programs.
coachnate5747 Jul 27, 2025
Just 2 years ago she ran a program called, 'Alberta is Calling.' Smith lobbied the Federal Government to allow *double* the amount of immigrants Alberta could accept. arguing that Alberta’s "economic miracle" required a massive …
Just 2 years ago she ran a program called, 'Alberta is Calling.' Smith lobbied the Federal Government to allow *double* the amount of immigrants Alberta could accept. arguing that Alberta’s "economic miracle" required a massive influx of labor. Ironically this immigration problem is something she lobbied and negotiated with Ottawa for. Her recent shift is just her way to point the finger at someone instead of recognizing her own failures; which created a 6.4 billion dollar deficit.
Detailed critique of political hypocrisy, documenting how a politician previously advocated for increased immigration before reversing position.
@Vanderhoekx Feb 22, 2026
NOT NEARLY ENOUGH
NOT NEARLY ENOUGH
Brief criticism that deportation efforts are inadequate, a policy critique.
decentalmonds Dec 30, 2025
Liberal caused decline continues.
Liberal caused decline continues.
Brief criticism attributing national decline to Liberal government policies without elaboration.
QG_4747 Feb 14, 2026
There is no justification or need whatsoever for keeping parliament porogued, PM Trudeau. And no justification for Trudeau to not have put more effort into drug and border controls over the last nine years.
There is no justification or need whatsoever for keeping parliament porogued, PM Trudeau. And no justification for Trudeau to not have put more effort into drug and border controls over the last nine years.
Directly criticizes PM Trudeau's decisions on parliament prorogation and lack of effort on drug/border controls over nine years.
@nonasmith2405 Mar 4, 2025
Using a knife in Canada for self defense is illegal
Using a knife in Canada for self defense is illegal
States a factual claim about Canadian self-defense law, critiquing the legal policy.
AntiochCarrillo Jan 27, 2026
I hate our government so much.
I hate our government so much.
Direct expression of dissatisfaction with government performance and leadership.
@cartwrightworm1317 Mar 4, 2025
You choose to go to a French speaking area so you should learn French. As simple as that
You choose to go to a French speaking area so you should learn French. As simple as that
Critiques immigrant language integration expectations as a policy/social norm in French-speaking regions.
gracianomendoza8671 Aug 30, 2025
A bit too little too late Trudeau
A bit too little too late Trudeau
Commenter criticizes Trudeau's government response as inadequate and tardy, a direct critique of political leadership and policy action.
@amiruldaniel9076 Mar 4, 2025
Us Government is an embarrassment right now
Us Government is an embarrassment right now
Direct criticism of US government's current conduct and reputation, expressing disapproval of governance.
@tommyboytommyboy8021 Mar 4, 2025
PET made our systems far worse across multiple metrics, and Justin hit overdrive on the damage.
PET made our systems far worse across multiple metrics, and Justin hit overdrive on the damage.
Criticizes government policies under past and current leadership for worsening multiple systems.
grandmufftwerkin9037 Jun 16, 2025
Y have canada government allow such things. U should make the rules strick for foreigners
Y have canada government allow such things. U should make the rules strick for foreigners
Critiques government policy for being insufficiently strict on foreign immigration regulations.
sumathyearnest-m1f Oct 21, 2025
The immigration system has been broken since the late 1960's. "Betrayal & Deceit: The Politics of Canadian Immigration" ( 2000), by Charles M. Campbell.
The immigration system has been broken since the late 1960's. "Betrayal & Deceit: The Politics of Canadian Immigration" ( 2000), by Charles M. Campbell.
Cites a historical book to support a long-standing critique of Canadian immigration policy structure and governance.
robertbracken606 Feb 17, 2026
Our liberal government needs to stop mass immigration. That's all there is to it.
Our liberal government needs to stop mass immigration. That's all there is to it.
Directly criticizes government immigration policy and implicitly calls for policy change.
EviMlcak-s7z Jan 31, 2026
Trudeau isn't for the people of Canada.
Trudeau isn't for the people of Canada.
Criticizes Trudeau's governance and alignment with Canadian interests.
@stephanytollefson9565 Mar 4, 2025
Canada needs to Stop all Illegal into our Country
Canada needs to Stop all Illegal into our Country
Calls for stricter immigration enforcement, critiquing current policy on illegal immigration.
@lenafires3195 Feb 22, 2026
STOP handing out permanent residency status for students. Mm and 5 year citizenship process, and grandparents and parent visas. Maybe put military service attachment and see how many will really stay. Make it mandatory that …
STOP handing out permanent residency status for students. Mm and 5 year citizenship process, and grandparents and parent visas. Maybe put military service attachment and see how many will really stay. Make it mandatory that they can only apply for refugee status from home country. Not at the airport.
Detailed critique of multiple immigration policies (permanent residency, citizenship timelines, family sponsorship, refugee processing) with proposed alternatives.
@shirlandsealy3506 Feb 23, 2026
The system is working way too slow and not high enough!
The system is working way too slow and not high enough!
Direct criticism of government system performance and processing speed regarding immigration.
sunrider3558 Jan 1, 2026
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