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Canada faces rising consular crises, with 5,200 evacuations and growing costs, while passport fees lag behind needs.
Global Affairs Canada reports a sharp rise in consular cases due to escalating global instability, including conflicts in the Middle East, geopolitical tensions, and humanitarian crises.
The department has seen a 3.4-fold increase in evacuation operations over five years, handling nearly 7,200 consular cases in 2023–2024 and assisting over 5,200 Canadians in emergency evacuations from high-risk areas like Gaza, Sudan, Haiti, and Hawaii wildfires.
Costs have surged, with $10 million spent on Haiti and $40 million on Middle East preparedness, while the $25 passport fee remains unchanged since 2013, creating a financial gap.
At least eight Canadians faced the death penalty abroad as of May 2025, including four in the U.S., four executed in China, and multiple detentions in India, prompting concerns over resource strain and the need for sustainable funding.
Canadá se enfrenta a crecientes crisis consulares, con 5.200 evacuaciones y costos crecientes, mientras que las tarifas de pasaporte están por detrás de las necesidades.