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 Canada, with more applications in the first half of 2025 than throughout all of 2024. While these 245 claims represent a small fraction of Canada's approximately 55,000 total refugee applications, experts report a notable rise in inquiries from transgender Americans facing increasingly restrictive policies under the current administration. The trend echoes similar patterns observed during the previous Trump presidency, as recent federal and Supreme Court decisions have substantially limited LGBTQ+ rights across various aspects of public life.

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