Canada's border force gets ready as Trump's comeback triggers migration concerns
Canadian officials strengthen border security after Trumps recent election victory. Quebecʼs Roxham Road becomes key-point for potential mass-migration as US residents look north for alternatives
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is setting-up enhanced border controls following Donald Trumps recent election success. Sergeant Charles Poirier explains their pro-active approach: “Since we saw his candidacy we have started getting ready; we knew his stance on migration“
Roxham Road in Hemingford Quebec (located bout 30 miles from Montreal) remains a critical crossing-point between official checkpoints. Historical data shows roughly 140k people used this route since 16ʼ with last years numbers hitting 39k unofficial entries
We understand the misery and fear that drives people to try to cross into Canada‚ but there are real dangers
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland met with officials to discuss border management; while Justin Trudeauʼs government aims to slow-down immigration targets. The concerns grow as US-based Google searches for Canadian immigration jumped ten-fold after election results
- Enhanced surveillance with cameras and sensors
- Real-time info sharing with US authorities
- Additional patrol units deployment
- Drone monitoring systems
Border officials highlight winter-related risks: severe frostbite cases leading to amputations have happened before. Current processing times show permanent residency takes up-to 12 months; refugee claims stretch to almost 4 years. The 5‚525 mile border presents unique challenges – if thousands arrive simultaneously it might become hard-to-manage
