This episode explores the rising number of asylum claims in Canada, mainly focusing on the recent surge in claims from international students. The first source, a YouTube video transcript from "Ask Kubeir," warns against using asylum as a pathway to stay in Canada, highlighting the potential consequences of false claims and the subsequent closure of other immigration options. A government-issued statement clarifies that the refugee system is designed to protect those facing persecution, not for economic advancement. Another article published in Policy Options argues that predatory educational institutions exploiting international students are partially responsible for the increase in asylum claims. The final source, a CBC News video transcript, examines the complex factors driving the rise in asylum claims, including the relaxation of visa screening requirements, a backlog of visitor applications, and the perception that permanent residency is increasingly difficult to achieve.
