Canada's immigration system saw significant strengthening in 2025 as the Federal Government implemented comprehensive border security measures, resulting in a 98% reduction in illegal border crossings and a one-third decrease in asylum claims compared to the previous year.

Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining a fair and responsive system while cracking down on fraud and irregular entries.

The reforms, supported by $1.3 billion in funding and the introduction of Bill C-12, aim to modernize Canada's approach to managing immigration volumes while protecting public safety and welcoming genuine contributors to the country.

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