Headline: Canada Tightens Border Control Measures to Combat Flagpoling
In a move to streamline border operations and reduce the practice of “flagpoling,” Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada have announced a significant change in the application process for post-graduation work permits for foreign nationals. Effective immediately, individuals can no longer apply for work permits at the border, marking a shift towards promoting fair and efficient immigration procedures.
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, emphasized the necessity of this change to prevent flagpoling, a practice where temporary residents bypass regular application processes by leaving and re-entering the country for same-day services. This not only diverts valuable border resources and causes delays but also disrupts the flow of goods and people crossing the Canada–United States border.
Statistics from the past year revealed that a significant number of foreign nationals attempting to flagpole were post-graduation work permit applicants. To discourage this practice, the Canadian government is advocating for applicants to apply within Canada, ensuring a smoother and more integrated processing system worldwide.
By tackling flagpoling and encouraging applicants to follow standard procedures, the government aims to uphold the integrity of the immigration system while maintaining the safety, security, and prosperity of both Canadians and Americans. The recent reduction in flagpoling hours at various entry ports in Canada further underscores the commitment to ensuring an efficient border operation.
The decision to eliminate border applications for post-graduation work permits reflects a strategic approach to border control and emphasizes the importance of fair and timely processing for all applicants. As Canada continues its efforts to improve application processing and border services, the government remains dedicated to fostering a secure and efficient border relationship with the United States.
In a move to streamline border operations and reduce the practice of “flagpoling,” Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada have announced a significant change in the application process for post-graduation work permits for foreign nationals. Effective immediately, individuals can no longer apply for work permits at the border, marking a shift towards promoting fair and efficient immigration procedures.
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, emphasized the necessity of this change to prevent flagpoling, a practice where temporary residents bypass regular application processes by leaving and re-entering the country for same-day services. This not only diverts valuable border resources and causes delays but also disrupts the flow of goods and people crossing the Canada–United States border.
Statistics from the past year revealed that a significant number of foreign nationals attempting to flagpole were post-graduation work permit applicants. To discourage this practice, the Canadian government is advocating for applicants to apply within Canada, ensuring a smoother and more integrated processing system worldwide.
By tackling flagpoling and encouraging applicants to follow standard procedures, the government aims to uphold the integrity of the immigration system while maintaining the safety, security, and prosperity of both Canadians and Americans. The recent reduction in flagpoling hours at various entry ports in Canada further underscores the commitment to ensuring an efficient border operation.
The decision to eliminate border applications for post-graduation work permits reflects a strategic approach to border control and emphasizes the importance of fair and timely processing for all applicants. As Canada continues its efforts to improve application processing and border services, the government remains dedicated to fostering a secure and efficient border relationship with the United States.
