Proponents argue that this strategy would bolster national security by minimizing the risk of potential terrorists entering the country. Enhanced screening processes, once implemented, would provide a more thorough assessment of applicants, reducing the likelihood of malicious actors gaining entry. Critics argue that such a policy might inadvertently promote discrimination by broadly categorizing individuals based on their nation of origin rather than specific, credible threat intelligence. It may strain diplomatic relations with the affected countries and potentially harm the perception of the nation enacting the ban, being seen as hostile or prejudiced towards certain international communities. Additionally, genuine refugees fleeing terrorism or persecution in their home countries might be unjustly denied safe haven.
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@93T7VV62yrs2Y
No. There hasn't been a terrorist attack in a long time and personally using the term terrorists as an argument to keep Muslims out of the country is quite stereotypical.
@93RSLYS2yrs2Y
no. muslims are not terrorists, and they never will be. some terrorists may claim to be 'muslims', but terrorism and killing is forbidden in islam. therefore, muslim immigrants shouldn't be banned from entering the country. this question is very irrelevant and only fuels the stereotypes against muslims, remove it.
@95GYDX22yrs2Y
exactly. this is associating muslims with being terrorists and many people are agreeing with the fact muslims should be banned from entering canada. im very ashamed of educational systems here in canada
@5DDWLV24yrs4Y
It is known that Islam is a religion against women it has been proven and from someone who has read the Quran it is despicable it specifically states in multiple sections to kill the infidels to trick us, In case someone from the government is reading this from a infidel, your all a bunch of pansies!!!
@95GYDX22yrs2Y
are you muslim? the Qu'ran doesnt say such bs.
@946J5FZ2yrs2Y
The screening process should be increased & strengthened for ALL immigration applicants.
@945WDTB2yrs2Y
I think all immigrants should be equally questioned.
@94QDYMZ2yrs2Y
@93TNZM92yrs2Y
Depends, they have to come legally and we must set a limit on how many immigrants we accept as a whole Muslim, Ukrainian, Asian, exc
@93TH34V2yrs2Y
islam is just a relogen. it doesn't mean if you are a muslim means you are a terrorist.
@92274HB3yrs3Y
No because Canada should be a Muslim empire
@8HW9QQM4yrs4Y
There should definitely be more screaming and less people entering our country
@95D9S522yrs2Y
No, because terrorism isn't only limited to one religion, and goes against Canada's beleifs system. In general, any dangerous persons should be barred from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out terrorists.
No, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional, and even considering banning someone for who they are is racist.
@955L8YL2yrs2Y
This is a derogatory question which synonymies terrorism with Muslims. Disgusting. Terrorists are not from one religion or faith, every faith has terrorist.
@945G3K72yrs2Y
No, banning immigrants based on their religion is constitutional but immoral
@93KL4543yrs3Y
Not just Muslims that’s racist
@93KKGC43yrs3Y
Screening for all immigrants that could be terrorists or criminals should be top priority. Keeping all Canadians safe regardless of religion or gender.
@93QTTRY2yrs2Y
If they show the signs of being a terrorist then don't let them in but you can't just ban muslims because of their race/religion.
@95GYDX22yrs2Y
“If they show the signs of being a terrorist”
you are saying to not ban muslims but associate them with being terrorists. they are not terrorists.
@9F49T5R1yr1Y
yes, unless they are at high risk of death or severe injury.
Increase screening regulations for all immigrants but not to an extent that it becomes difficult for immigrants to enter the country at all
@9DZXPT61yr1Y
I have mixed opinions on this because on one hand if we did that it would be like we are grouping Muslims together and accusing them of being terrorists. But on the other hand if it is for the safety of our community than maybe it is a good idea just in case.
@9D6Y4C51yr1Y
No but we should screen and have background checks
@955G4ZR2yrs2Y
Everyone should be screened for terrorism.
@9G3L2ZM1yr1Y
No, but i do think they should run background checks and other things in order to decrease terrorist attacks.
@9G2K45S1yr1Y
No, but we should ban immigrants from “high risk” countries and Yes, and ban all immigration until the government improves its screening process.
@9FLGT5N1yr1Y
We should banned muslems forever
@9F9LLVX1yr1Y
just cause their muslim dosent mean their terrorists.
@9F955RV1yr1Y
No, don't be racist. Even if they are they are probably nice terrorists.
@9F8QJ4X1yr1Y
just because their muslim dosent mean their terroists.
@9F8PV2X1yr1Y
They should let them in but check there criminal records
@9F86WSN1yr1Y
do a background check before letting potential terrorists inside Canada.
@9F6CQCM1yr1Y
Heavily restrict, not ban. Until screening improves
@9F5BRHM1yr1Y
They should NOT be banned from Canada because of their religion. Just because many terrorists have this religion does not make them all bad. Screeing should happen to keep potential danger out.
@9F46QL81yr1Y
This question doesnt make any sense
@9F2HR8Q1yr1Y
No, but more steps should be taken to verify their identity
@9DZP4RD1yr1Y
Yes! We don't want no more Osama bin laden's in here
@9DMBVS41yr1Y
Everyone should be getting screened to enter the country.
@9D6R7J41yr1Y
No, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional beside that should be done on each immigration applicant regardless of religion.
@8SYWD4C4yrs4Y
Maybe not ban but definitely pay attention to watch lists
@8SQX6KT4yrs4Y
Have a thorough background check and have the right to refuse anyone.
@8SK7VFB4yrs4Y
@TiniestAsian4yrs4Y
No, but a thorough background check would be ideal
@8S58H544yrs4Y
The government should let them enter a safe house in the country until they provide a background check and ensure they are willing to accept the laws of the country as well as work once they are able to in order to support themselves and leave the government funded houses.
@8RD6DMW4yrs4Y
Just because they’re Muslim doesn’t make them terrorists, however the number of them coming is unacceptable while Canada’s own citizens suffer
@8RBGR534yrs4Y
No, but we should be cautious about immigrants who are allowed into the country. Maybe do a background check on potential terrorists.
@8R8CM574yrs4Y
I feel like it doesnt matter if your muslim, russian, swiss canada souldnt be allowing all these people especially not during stupid situations like covid or any pandemic.
@8QMZF6Q4yrs4Y
No, because there isn't any connection between terrorism and Islam.
@8M8V8XM4yrs4Y
no, but we should take in less immigrants a year.
@8KQFGKY4yrs4Y
Anybody can be a terrorist. Your religion doesn't make you a terrorist.
@8J4HP424yrs4Y
no our population has growen enough from them immigrants , we should have jobs for us that work hard not fro the ones who are pitied
@8HY24GX4yrs4Y
Regardless of race colour or religion, immigrants should be screened for potential links to crime, terrorism, hate.
@8HXLYW34yrs4Y
it depends on the circumstances.
@8FMV7LVConservative4yrs4Y
We do need to be careful of who we let in, but we cannot discriminate the whole religion because of a few people
@9G4FL6Z 1yr1Y
neither, people from "high risk" countries should be banned ONLY UNTIL the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists.
I think they should screen anyone they feel is a risk of being involved in terrorism, not just specifically one group of people.
@9FW5SQC1yr1Y
If any immigrant commits a serious crime they should be banned from entering the country, we shouldn't just
@9FVZJ8GConservative 1yr1Y
Ban immigrants who have history in participating in terrorist attacks, strict background checks and check fro fake ID
@9FTH64S1yr1Y
Ban all immigration and kick out the vast amount of illegals and students staying here without being enrolled
@9FS34DY1yr1Y
There should be objective screening to determine high risk views including harbouring hate for ethnic groups like Jews
@9FQY4MY1yr1Y
No, but heavily screen those with criminal backgrounds or links to terrorist organizations. Do not say everyone from the country is a terrorist though.
@9FQM28H1yr1Y
The government should stop importing foreign dissidents and rabble rousers who are likely to trigger international hostilities.
@9FQ5KS81yr1Y
Checks on everybody who wants to immigrate to Canada
@9FQ2ZJY1yr1Y
No, but enforce a zero tolerance policy and immediate imprisonment or deportation if a history of ties to terrorism is uncovered
@9FPG8CX1yr1Y
No, but put a higher standard of screening from High Risk countries.
@9FP58ZR1yr1Y
No, but we should give a background check on people from high-risk countries.
@9FNT8NG1yr1Y
yes, if they have had criminal activity in the past
yes but you have to find out if there are suspicious
@9FMTV6QConservative1yr1Y
It should not be banned from high risk countries, but it should screen out potential terrorists from those high risk countries.
@9FMTPLX1yr1Y
They should not be banned but they should go through screening if the government believes they may be a terrorist
@9FMSY5B1yr1Y
No but we shouldn't ban people based off religion
@9FMR4251yr1Y
No but the deportation should be immediate if terrorist connections or activities are found. NO appeals
@9FMP9KR1yr1Y
no. but if its not safe for us
@9FMNJ5M1yr1Y
If they come to the country eligaliy then yes they should.
@9FM9QN91yr1Y
No, as long as they possess no harm.
@9FM2Z9T1yr1Y
i mean that's socital racism on a specific race based on another person of that races actions
@9FLWJ531yr1Y
no, but I think the immigration process in general should be more secure.
@9FLN9N2Conservative1yr1Y
Anybody could be a terrorist. Proper vet checks shoyld be done
@9FL3GD71yr1Y
Are you assuming all Muslims are terrorists?
@9FKRT421yr1Y
no, not all muslims should be punished because of the actions of a few
@9FKGNBJConservative1yr1Y
This question is not relevant and was never relevant because muslims are not terrorists. This question should be removed as soon as possible.
@9FK9CJ71yr1Y
We should be slowing down immigration PERIOD until ALL of them regardless of where they came from can be checked.
@9FJKKYZ1yr1Y
The person who wrote this question should be banned.
@9FGH4X81yr1Y
not everyone is trying to fly planes into some twin towers
@9FFQH2V1yr1Y
Having a strict check on every immigration family, but not completely banning them from immigrating
@9FFGMPG1yr1Y
if they have a high risk of comitting terroism
@9FBMMS31yr1Y
This question is straight racism no they should not
@9FBMHLY1yr1Y
I think it's racist to judge somebody like that based on race. I think we should be careful anyways when letting anybody into the country.
@9FB77921yr1Y
No but all immigrants should have their vetting GREATLY increased.
@9F9YT9G1yr1Y
Proper screening and detailed background checks along with contribution room to the economy.
@8TY7ML2Conservative3yrs3Y
Being Muslim should not be a deciding factor. The proper screening should apply equally to all people looking to immigrate to Canada
@9CMKSDZ1yr1Y
Most terriost attacks are because of oppression, I dont believe that a whole comunity should be turned away due to countries reputations or groups. Canada should increase screening to protect all citizens.
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