**Title: Crackdown on Border ‘Flagpoling’ to Streamline Immigration Process**
In a proactive move to enhance border security and streamline the immigration process, the Canadian government has enacted new measures to address the practice of ‘flagpoling.’ This process involves temporary residents leaving and re-entering the country to bypass regular application procedures, causing disruptions and delays at ports of entry.
Effective immediately, foreign nationals are no longer able to apply for post-graduation work permits (PGWP) at the border, a step aimed at reducing flagpoling incidents. This decision, announced by the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, seeks to maintain the integrity of Canada’s immigration system while ensuring fairness among all applicants.
Flagpoling has been a significant issue, with a notable portion of foreign nationals attempting to exploit the system between March 2023 and February 2024. By encouraging applicants to apply within Canada and implementing measures to deter flagpoling, the government aims to alleviate the strain on border resources and enhance efficiency for travellers and trade flows.
Speaking about the new regulations, Minister Miller emphasized the importance of preserving the safety and prosperity of Canadians and Americans and highlighted the unnecessary burden flagpoling places on border officers. The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions, and Intergovernmental Affairs, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the focus on maintaining the integrity of the shared border with the United States.
Additional changes include the reduction of flagpoling hours at ports of entry to prioritize high-risk travellers and trade facilitation. The government continues to enhance processing times and modernize its systems to expedite application processing globally, promoting a safer and more integrated immigration environment.
As Canada and the United States strive to strengthen ties and foster economic growth, these steps underscore the commitment to a secure and efficient border that benefits both nations. For media inquiries, please contact the respective communication departments for Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada and the Canada Border Services Agency.
The crackdown on flagpoling signals a concerted effort to enhance border operations, protect national interests, and uphold the values of fairness and integrity within Canada’s immigration system.
In a proactive move to enhance border security and streamline the immigration process, the Canadian government has enacted new measures to address the practice of ‘flagpoling.’ This process involves temporary residents leaving and re-entering the country to bypass regular application procedures, causing disruptions and delays at ports of entry.
Effective immediately, foreign nationals are no longer able to apply for post-graduation work permits (PGWP) at the border, a step aimed at reducing flagpoling incidents. This decision, announced by the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, seeks to maintain the integrity of Canada’s immigration system while ensuring fairness among all applicants.
Flagpoling has been a significant issue, with a notable portion of foreign nationals attempting to exploit the system between March 2023 and February 2024. By encouraging applicants to apply within Canada and implementing measures to deter flagpoling, the government aims to alleviate the strain on border resources and enhance efficiency for travellers and trade flows.
Speaking about the new regulations, Minister Miller emphasized the importance of preserving the safety and prosperity of Canadians and Americans and highlighted the unnecessary burden flagpoling places on border officers. The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions, and Intergovernmental Affairs, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the focus on maintaining the integrity of the shared border with the United States.
Additional changes include the reduction of flagpoling hours at ports of entry to prioritize high-risk travellers and trade facilitation. The government continues to enhance processing times and modernize its systems to expedite application processing globally, promoting a safer and more integrated immigration environment.
As Canada and the United States strive to strengthen ties and foster economic growth, these steps underscore the commitment to a secure and efficient border that benefits both nations. For media inquiries, please contact the respective communication departments for Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada and the Canada Border Services Agency.
The crackdown on flagpoling signals a concerted effort to enhance border operations, protect national interests, and uphold the values of fairness and integrity within Canada’s immigration system.
