The Decibel

‘Strong borders’ bill grants new powers to tighten immigration

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Jun 11, 2025
Sara Mojtehedzadeh, an investigative reporter at The Globe specializing in immigration and refugee issues, breaks down the controversial Strong Borders Act. She discusses its proposed powers for law enforcement and the new one-year deadline for refugee claims. Sara raises critical concerns about the impact on asylum seekers, including risks to fair hearings and the potential for exploitation. The conversation explores the broader implications of these changes on Canada's immigration landscape and the future of refugee protections.
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Canada's Refugee Hearing Guarantee

  • Canada guarantees refugee claimants a hearing to meet its international legal obligations and uphold constitutional rights.
  • This ensures claimants aren't turned away without an independent decision maker's review.
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One-Year Deadline for Asylum Claims

  • The Strong Borders Act imposes a one-year deadline to file asylum claims, a new rule for Canada.
  • Missing this deadline redirects claimants to a less protective pre-removal risk assessment process.
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Limited Access to Refugee Board

  • Claimants missing the filing deadline and those crossing the U.S.-Canada border illegally lose access to the Refugee Board.
  • Instead, they face a risk assessment handled by immigration officials, with fewer protections.
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