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Conservatives started a fundraiser for persecuted LGBTQ+ newcomers
Two Canadian Conservative Members of Parliament launched a fundraising initiative to support LGBTQ+ refugees. Deputy Leader Melissa Lantsman and MP Scott Aitchison are leading a fundraising boat cruise scheduled for July 15. The event aims to raise money for Rainbow Railroad. This organization helps resettle persecuted gender and sexual minorities from around the world into safe countries like Canada. Tickets for the cruise cost $150 each. The announcement video generated mix
Jul 2


Advocacy groups warn Canada’s new border law endangers LGBTQ+ asylum seekers
The advocacy group Rainbow Railroad reports that Canada's new border law, Bill C-12, puts LGBTQ+ refugees at risk of being returned to dangerous countries. The legislation requires asylum seekers to submit their refugee claims within one year of their first arrival in Canada. This technical rule applies retroactively, making thousands of existing claims ineligible for review by the Immigration and Refugee Board. Legal experts note that many LGBTQ+ individuals do not disclose
Jun 15


Ottawa issues a warning to Canadian citizens with US permanent residency
Global Affairs Canada has released an updated travel advisory cautioning Canadian citizens who hold US green cards about potential...
Oct 8, 2025


Surge in American refugee applications to Canada reflects growing societal tensions
Recent data from Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board reveals a significant increase in American citizens seeking refugee status in...
Aug 25, 2025


US citizens seeking Canadian asylum face complex immigration hurdles amid political climate concerns
Americans fleeing political tensions in the US are discovering that immigration to Canada presents significant challenges despite their...
Aug 19, 2025
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