Canada Sees Surge in Mexican Expulsions,Raising Concerns
A dramatic increase in the number of mexicans being expelled from Canada has sparked concern and raised questions about the reasons behind this trend.
Data from Canada’s immigration authorities reveals a startling surge in deportations since 2019. While only 12 Mexicans were repatriated that year, the number skyrocketed to 1,244 in the first seven months of 2024 alone – a staggering increase of over 700%. this translates to an average of 3.4 Mexicans being expelled from Canada every single day.
This alarming trend has been steadily climbing as 2019, with 155 expulsions in 2020, 161 in 2021, and 229 in 2022. The numbers took a sharp turn upwards in 2023 and 2024,with over 1,200 expulsions recorded in the first seven months of each year.
Experts point to several potential factors contributing to this surge, including stricter immigration enforcement policies, changes in Canada’s economic landscape, and the ongoing global migration crisis.
“this is linked to an internal issue in Mexico, which is the fear Canada had of a disproportionate increase in asylum seekers from Mexico,” said Javier Urbano Reyes, a researcher at the Department of International Studies at the Ibero-American University. “The number of Mexicans seeking refuge in the U.S. skyrocketed, and this is clearly connected to the violence.”
Canada, known for its relatively open asylum policies, has seen a meaningful influx of mexican asylum seekers in recent years. Many of those being deported had initially sought protection in canada but were ultimately denied.”Canada is one of the three or four countries in the world with the highest receptivity to asylum requests,” Urbano Reyes added.
The rise in expulsions has significant implications for both Mexico and Canada. For Mexico, it presents a challenge in terms of reintegrating returning citizens and providing them with necessary support. For Canada, it raises questions about the fairness and effectiveness of its immigration policies and their impact on vulnerable populations.
As the number of mexican expulsions continues to climb, it is crucial for both countries to address the underlying causes and work towards finding solutions that are both humane and enduring.
Canada Reinstates Visa Requirement for Mexicans Amidst Diplomatic Milestone
Ottawa,Canada – Canada has reinstated visa requirements for Mexican citizens,a move that coincides with celebrations marking 80 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations. The decision, announced by Prime Minister Justin trudeau’s management, comes in response to a surge in asylum claims from Mexicans seeking residency and employment opportunities in canada.
The visa requirement, which was lifted in 2016, was reinstated after approximately 25,000 Mexicans entered Canada irregularly, claiming refugee status.this influx strained goverment resources, with some legislators expressing concern over the financial burden of providing monthly stipends of around $400 Canadian dollars to asylum seekers.
Despite the visa reinstatement, Canada and Mexico maintain a strong economic partnership. mexico is one of Canada’s largest trading partners, with bilateral exchanges exceeding $49.7 billion.In 2022, Mexico exported $22.2 billion worth of goods to Canada, solidifying its position as canada’s second-largest export market globally.
The reinstatement of visa requirements for Mexicans highlights the complex dynamics of migration and diplomatic relations. While canada celebrates its longstanding ties with mexico, it also grapples with managing migration flows and ensuring the sustainability of its social welfare programs. The move has sparked debate,with some arguing that it is necessary to control irregular migration,while others express concern about its potential impact on bilateral relations and the flow of Mexican tourists and business travelers to Canada.
