Canada Exempts Unaccompanied Minors from Asylum Ban
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Canada exempts unaccompanied minors from asylum ban. New temporary policy took effect on May 19, 2026.
Introduction
Canada exempts unaccompanied minors from asylum ban. The new temporary policy, which took effect on May 19, 2026, allows unaccompanied minors to file an asylum claim, even if they have been in Canada for more than a year.
Context
The ban on asylum claims was introduced under Bill C-12. However, the new temporary policy exempts unaccompanied minors from this ban.
What this means for you
If you are an unaccompanied minor in Canada, you may be eligible to file an asylum claim, even if you have been in the country for more than a year. For more information, visit the official website of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
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Source: cicnews.com