Ottawa: Canadian Immigration Minister Marc Miller anticipates “tough conversations” on border security with the incoming U.S. administration, following remarks from Tom Homan, President-elect Trump’s pick for border czar. In an interview with 7News, Homan expressed concerns about “an extreme national security vulnerability” at the northern border, citing insufficient staffing to manage an influx of individuals entering the U.S. from Canada. He emphasized addressing this as a priority upon taking office.
Miller affirmed Canada’s commitment to managing irregular border crossings and aligning security interests with the U.S. He highlighted Canada’s recent shift to stricter immigration measures, including adjustments to the Safe Third Country Agreement and a reduction in immigration targets. Anticipating a possible rise in asylum seekers following Trump’s proposed mass deportations, Canadian authorities, including the RCMP, are preparing to reinforce border security.