Canada bans "flagpoling" to counter potential U.S. tariffs, affecting over 69,000 visa holders.

Canada is implementing new immigration measures in response to US President-elect Donald Trump's threat of a 25% tariff. The measures include a ban on "flagpoling," a practice where temporary visa holders leave Canada, go to the US, and return to access immigration services. Over 69,300 people engaged in this practice last fiscal year. The ban will restrict providing work and study permits to flagpolers, with some exceptions like international truck drivers and American citizens. The Canadian government also plans to enhance border surveillance and drug detection efforts.

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