Rising U.S. birthright citizenship debates drive up Canadian birth tourism, mainly from China.

Birth tourism in Canada is on the rise as U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to end American birthright citizenship have led to increased inquiries from expectant mothers seeking Canadian citizenship for their children. Operators in Vancouver report a surge in interest, particularly from China, though non-resident births still account for only about 1.5% of all births in Canada. The practice declined during the pandemic but has rebounded. Critics argue that birth tourism strains hospital resources.

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