Canada's shift on migrant, refugee rights

A growing number of experts and advocates are raising concerns over what they describe as Canada's 'troubling' shift away from its longstanding pro-immigration consensus. Socioeconomic challenges, including housing affordability and public service strain, have prompted the Canadian government to implement stricter policies on migrant and refugee entry. Observers say Canada is 'closing the doors' on asylum seekers and economic migrants, marking a significant departure from decades of open-door policies. The Al Jazeera report highlights how the shift reflects broader global trends of tightening borders amid domestic pressures.