In July 2025, the St-Bernard-de-Lacolle border crossing in Quebec experienced a surge of over 1,500 asylum applicants, primarily Haitians fleeing violence and instability, despite an overall 50% drop in asylum claims in Canada. The increase follows a troubling trend in U.S. immigration policy affecting Haitians, with many seeking refuge in Canada due to its proximity to Montreal’s Haitian community.
Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: In July 2025, the Quebec border crossing at St-Bernard-de-Lacolle experienced a significant surge of over 1,500 asylum seekers, predominantly Haitians, despite a nationwide decline in asylum claims in Canada.
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