The conversation surrounding foreign interference in Canadian elections has focused on disrupting efforts. However, the federal government is also actively deporting individuals suspected of engaging in espionage or terrorism, as well as barring them from entering Canada. Immigration lawyers have noticed an increase in these cases, with some suggesting that they may be politically motivated. Unfortunately, there is a lack of data on the number of related cases, but the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, Canada Border Services Agency, and Immigration Department are all involved in the security screening process. The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act allows officials to deny entry to individuals involved in terrorism or espionage contrary to Canada’s interests. The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada handles these applications and, in some cases, individuals may be subject to secret evidence that cannot be reviewed, leading to potential injustices. Those who are deemed inadmissible have the right to appeal their cases in Federal Court. One recent case involved a former Canadian citizen who was denied permanent residency on the basis of allegedly teaching English to Chinese spies. The court found that the evidence used against him was not properly disclosed, and criticized security officials for relying on open sources instead of concrete evidence. The push and pull between an open immigration system and national security can often put lives on hold, and clearer definitions of security threats could prevent further injustices. There are concerns about foreign interference in Canada, but it is important to draw a line between genuine threats and tenuous connections to foreign interference.
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