Canada's Land Border Closure Fails to Deter Refugees

Despite Canada's efforts to discourage asylum seekers, the number of people filing refugee claims in the country has risen instead of falling. While the deal with the U.S. to close the land border led to a drop in the number of people intercepted at unofficial crossings, the overall number of asylum seekers entering Canada has surged. Many now come by air or sneak across the border and hide until they can apply for asylum without fear of being sent back. The increase in refugee claims highlights the challenge of shutting the door on desperate people and the need for protection.