Canada Tightens Visa Approvals and Border Entries

New data shows a significant rise in visa refusals and border rejections as political pressure mounts ahead of elections.

Canada has increased the rejection of foreign travelers by 20% in the first seven months of 2024 compared to the previous year.
Visitor visa refusals have outnumbered approvals in multiple months, the highest ratio since the pandemic.
Prime Minister Trudeau's government faces criticism over immigration policies amid housing shortages and economic concerns.
Lawyers report heightened scrutiny and skepticism towards visa-holders at airports and land borders.
The government is also reassessing the number of permanent residency applications and temporary foreign worker programs.