New Headline: “Canada Cracks Down on ‘Flagpoling’ at Borders to Ensure Smooth Crossings and Strengthen Immigration”
In an effort to maintain the efficiency and security of the Canada-United States border, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, has announced a significant change regarding post-graduation work permits (PGWP) for foreign nationals effective immediately.
“Flagpoling,” a practice of bypassing regular application processes by leaving and re-entering the country to expedite immigration services, has become a growing concern. The recent measures aim to discourage this practice, which diverts valuable resources from border officers and causes delays for travelers and goods movement.
Statistics show that a significant number of foreign nationals, particularly PGWP applicants, have engaged in flagpoling in recent years. The government is urging applicants to apply within Canada to streamline the immigration process and reduce unnecessary burdens on border services officers.
Minister Miller stated, “While recognizing the contributions of international graduates, flagpoling disrupts our immigration system and detracts from crucial border protection duties.” Minister Dominic LeBlanc echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the shared border’s integrity.
Efforts to combat flagpoling include reducing border processing hours at selected ports of entry to better manage high traveler volumes and prioritize safety and trade facilitation. The government continues to work towards enhancing application processing globally for a fairer and more efficient immigration system.
These proactive measures aim to uphold the safety, security, and prosperity of both Canadians and Americans while ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of goods and people across the border.
In an effort to maintain the efficiency and security of the Canada-United States border, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, has announced a significant change regarding post-graduation work permits (PGWP) for foreign nationals effective immediately.
“Flagpoling,” a practice of bypassing regular application processes by leaving and re-entering the country to expedite immigration services, has become a growing concern. The recent measures aim to discourage this practice, which diverts valuable resources from border officers and causes delays for travelers and goods movement.
Statistics show that a significant number of foreign nationals, particularly PGWP applicants, have engaged in flagpoling in recent years. The government is urging applicants to apply within Canada to streamline the immigration process and reduce unnecessary burdens on border services officers.
Minister Miller stated, “While recognizing the contributions of international graduates, flagpoling disrupts our immigration system and detracts from crucial border protection duties.” Minister Dominic LeBlanc echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the shared border’s integrity.
Efforts to combat flagpoling include reducing border processing hours at selected ports of entry to better manage high traveler volumes and prioritize safety and trade facilitation. The government continues to work towards enhancing application processing globally for a fairer and more efficient immigration system.
These proactive measures aim to uphold the safety, security, and prosperity of both Canadians and Americans while ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of goods and people across the border.
