Immigration Minister Lena Diab defended the government's new border security legislation, Bill C-12, stating that the trigger for pausing or revoking immigration applications remains deliberately undefined to maintain flexibility during unforeseen crises.

During a House of Commons committee hearing, Diab faced scrutiny from Conservative critic Michelle Rempel Garner, who questioned potential safeguards against abuse of these sweeping powers.

While Diab assured the measures would only apply in exceptional circumstances and comply with Charter rights, over 300 civil society organizations have urged Ottawa to withdraw the controversial legislation, citing concerns about mass document cancellations and inadequate protections for immigrants.

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