Here’s what the proposed Bill C-2 means for immigrants and asylum seekers in Canada

Experts warn of Bill C-2 as 'anti-refugee' and 'anti-immigrant' giving Canada 'unchecked powers' like the U.S.

Experts and community groups working with newcomers in Canada are calling the Liberal government’s sweeping new legislation, Bill C-2 or the Strong Borders Act, “anti-immigrant and anti-refugee” hoping the legislation is not voted on to become law.

Ottawa’s proposed immigration reforms will restrict asylum seekers access to hearings

Critics say Canada needs to take its legal responsibility to claimants seriously

Canadian bill seeks to deny hearings to some asylum-seekers

By Anna Mehler Paperny

Here’s what the proposed Bill C-2 means for immigrants and asylum seekers in Canada

Canada has announced new measures under the proposed Bill C-2 in response to what it called growing migration pressures. Here’s what the rules mean for immigrants and asylum seekers.

Solidarity Across Borders and Migrant Rights Network Condemns Bill C-2’s Anti-Refugee & Mass Deportation Provisions

Solidarity Across Borders and Migrant Rights Network Condemns Bill C-2’s Anti-Refugee & Mass Deportation Provisions June 4, 2025, Montréal/Toronto — Solidarity Across Borders and the Migrant Rights Network strongly condemns Bill C-2, which fundamentally undermines Canada’s refugee and immigration system...

Canada's Bill C-2: New Immigration & Border Policy

The Canadian government introduced Bill C-2, the Strong Borders Act, in order to strengthen borders and rebuild Canada’s asylum system. The Minister of Public Safety, Gary Anandasangaree, announced that the legislation’s intent was aimed at providing law enforcement with better tools to tackle transnational organised crime, trafficking of illegal fentanyl and money laundering. Primary Actions...