Canada Braces for Migrant Surge After Trump's Re-election

Concerns are mounting in Canada over a potential surge in illegal border crossings following the re-election of Donald Trump as U.S. President. Emerson-Franklin Reeve Dave Carlson and Canadian immigration experts anticipate changes in U.S. immigration policies, possibly leading to increased migrant flows into Canada, reminiscent of the 2017 surge. The RCMP is preparing contingency plans to handle various scenarios, including a crisis similar to the previous surge, and is mobilizing resources. The closure of Roxham Road, a popular crossing point, may lead to riskier crossings in remote areas, posing safety concerns. Organizations like the Montreal-based Welcome Collective are preparing to support a potential increase in asylum seekers and highlight the dangers of winter crossings. The outcome of this situation hinges on the specific immigration policies Trump implements upon taking office.