The Government of Canada introduced a new immigration bill on June 3, 2025, aimed at enhancing and modernizing the nation’s asylum system. Bill C-2 introduces comprehensive measures aimed at strengthening Canada-US border security and revising the eligibility criteria for refugee protection. The legislation outlines several important modifications, including new timeline requirements for asylum claims made after June 24, 2020, a one-year filing deadline from the date of entry, and updated eligibility criteria regarding irregular border crossings from the US. Additionally, the legislation enhances the government’s capacity for immigration application management and inter-agency information coordination, marking a significant evolution in Canada’s immigration policy approach.
Canada’s new immigration bill proposes stricter asylum eligibility rules and enhanced border security
