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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No, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional, and even considering banning someone for who they are is racist.
@9DZXPT62yrs2Y
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.
@9F955RV2yrs2Y
No, don't be racist. Even if they are they are probably nice terrorists.
@9F884822yrs2Y
@9DMBVS42yrs2Y
Everyone should be getting screened to enter the country.
@8SQX6KT4yrs4Y
Have a thorough background check and have the right to refuse anyone.
@8SK7VFB4yrs4Y
@TiniestAsian4yrs4Y
No, but a thorough background check would be ideal
@8J4HP425yrs5Y
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
@9FS34DY2yrs2Y
There should be objective screening to determine high risk views including harbouring hate for ethnic groups like Jews
@9FQY4MY2yrs2Y
No, but heavily screen those with criminal backgrounds or links to terrorist organizations. Do not say everyone from the country is a terrorist though.
@9FQM28H2yrs2Y
The government should stop importing foreign dissidents and rabble rousers who are likely to trigger international hostilities.
@9FP58ZR2yrs2Y
No, but we should give a background check on people from high-risk countries.
@9FMSY5B2yrs2Y
No but we shouldn't ban people based off religion
@9FM9QN92yrs2Y
No, as long as they possess no harm.
@9FFQH2V2yrs2Y
Having a strict check on every immigration family, but not completely banning them from immigrating
@9FFGMPG2yrs2Y
if they have a high risk of comitting terroism
@9572C5S3yrs3Y
They shouldn't be banned from entering, but there should be a background check to confirm that they are not a threat to our society
@946LWWK3yrs3Y
Yes, abut temporarily reduce all immigration until the government improves its screening process
@943PG5Y3yrs3Y
No, but but the immigrant screening process should involve a very in depth "morality quiz/interview" related to human rights. For example, if your religion considers women unequal to men and you agree, you will not pass the test.
@93SRTKP3yrs3Y
No, but there should be a thorough background check on all immigrants coming into the country
@92PQN693yrs3Y
No, unless they have a background check
@8X6L4RS3yrs3Y
They should in till they are screened
@8WM3PBS4yrs4Y
no but we don't need to much Muslims just in case of an attack. They also need a proper job not like part of the the taliban or anything bad.
@8WJ6QPV4yrs4Y
This is racist as hell and a race shouldn't be discriminated against when you don't even know if they are actually a threat.
@8WDW5BW4yrs4Y
Banning someone just because of their religion is racist and not effective
@8WD3JTG4yrs4Y
If someone has terrorist thoughts
@8WBVNSW4yrs4Y
no but they should do a more indept investigation on who the person is and keep an eye on the individual.
@8W667TT4yrs4Y
I don't agree with either one but there should be a possible screening for people that are entering from "high risk" countries. Others from "non risk" countries should have an easier passing to get into a country.
@8W5XGMN4yrs4Y
They should just be more careful and picky
@8VWS4YG4yrs4Y
No, but we should prioritize families/people who do not have any previous offenses and who have not broken any Candian or national laws
@8VVB4W84yrs4Y
If they can back flip they are allowed the baby’s have to be able do back flip as well
@8VTM4LT4yrs4Y
I really don’t know about this question
@8VSDKLT4yrs4Y
Not racist. This should be across the board.
@8VRKLXL4yrs4Y
Stricter screening and limiting numbers of immigrants
@8VRDNK64yrs4Y
Blame the government for poor security process measures for new immigrants.
@8VR79G34yrs4Y
No, but we should be extra cautious, but not allowing them in at all isn't good because they could be fleeing a country.
@8VR78WN4yrs4Y
No, We should allow people who are fleeing from a war, third world country into canada
@8VQ73VR4yrs4Y
A better screening process would be amazing but no I don't think its fair to ban all Muslim Immigrants
@8VQ48PN4yrs4Y
No, but should be subject to thorough screening as with everyone else
@8VPVLPQ4yrs4Y
No, instead they should ban the use of weapons and explosives to prevent terrorist attacks.
@8VPTMZWConservative4yrs4Y
Yes but only if their background is suspicious
Yes, but for all immigrants
@8VNQSK34yrs4Y
No they are kind people we don’t have to judge them for a had full of bad apples
@8VN56M64yrs4Y
Right now, everyone should be banned from entering the countries unless they actually lived here. There's a global pandemic going on.
@8VN4S6Q4yrs4Y
Muslims shouldn't be singled out, there should be a standard screening process for anyone entering the country with regards to terrorism
@8VLSBVR4yrs4Y
No but screening needs to improve and be consistent. This should also be at the expense of the person/s seeking residency in Canada.
@8VLRJYF4yrs4Y
Only let in family’s who need it
@8VLJ55Q4yrs4Y
We need to stop letting anyone in until we fix our own house. Canada is falling apart. Yes, I understand 3rd world countries need help. but we have people born and raised in Canada who are getting left in the dust. Make Canada healthy, then we can help even more people.
@8VLHZG94yrs4Y
I think a better screening process should be in place
@8VLDWFRNew Democratic4yrs4Y
they should just have a check to ensure safety
@8VL68284yrs4Y
Its a risk but you cant just ban people bc of religion, or where they lived
@8VL3PVQ4yrs4Y
No, there should be a thorough screening process regardless of religion
@8VKKSCLNew Democratic4yrs4Y
I think that we shouldn’t ban Muslim immigrants entirely. I think we just need a stronger policy to screen out potential terrorists, while still allowing Muslim immigrants and families to enter the country.
@8VK6K8Y4yrs4Y
Not based on religion but only with expanded security and background checks
@8VJQ7MJ4yrs4Y
Tough to say. Maybe put in place better testing/screening to prove not terrorists.
@8VJH7P54yrs4Y
Each immigrant should be throughly investigated and decisions made in a per person basis instead of a sweeping policy.
@8VJ3DNT4yrs4Y
Allow families in with proper screening
@8VHSYBT4yrs4Y
Criminal background then no, but if anything else we are good.
@8VHSR5K4yrs4Y
Yes, until we take care of our own Canadian poverty and unemployment issues first
@8VHM4PKNew Democratic4yrs4Y
You will never know if someone is a terrorist before they do anything, so this seems incredibly flawed to me.
We should know who is in our country and offer support for transitioning over here. If they are required to work with a program/counselor for the first year in Canada, there is a better chance of getting to know them and knowing what their goals are.
@8VGZ9YFConservative4yrs4Y
Yes, but only from hotspot countries known for high levels of terrorist activity
@8VGKC244yrs4Y
Stop prioritizing people who don’t even live in the country :)
@8VFPMFX4yrs4Y
No, banning immigrate based on religion is unconstitutional, but the government needs to seriously reduce our screening process to help limit the actions of terrorists
@8VCYD3JConservative4yrs4Y
No, but each individual should be properly screened.
@8VCH7S74yrs4Y
no but get a better screening process
@8VCH3NF4yrs4Y
The screening should just be improved.
banning people is wrong but there needs to be a thorough screening process
@8V8K7PH4yrs4Y
We should have better screening and if you have a criminal past you’re out, also don’t let people immigrant unless they have some skill set and can speak English.
Yes, but only is they come from Terrorist prone countries (Middle East)
We should be slowing down immigration across all borders until we can take care of our own citizens.
Government should do proper background checks
@8V586Q74yrs4Y
There is no simple answer to this question.
@8V4M9G44yrs4Y
People who are terrorists should not be allowed in, and our officials should stop praising terrorists
@8V3MW394yrs4Y
No one should be banned from Canada based off of religion. Women and children should be a priority for the first while but we need to improve screenings immediately to make sure family’s are not apart longer then needed.
We should stop taking in immigrants until we can make sure our own poverty is addressed. We have war veterans on the streets. We have homeless children. Fix Canada first
@8TYMQNL4yrs4Y
No, and this question is incredibly racist and should be removed.
@8TY2YD24yrs4Y
I think banning immigration based on their religion is unconstitutional and should be addressed. While improving the screening process
@8TWQNRH4yrs4Y
Strict screening of any immigrant should be done. Anyone that is associated with gangs or terrorist organizations should be banned indefinitely.
No, but we should increase screening from higher risked countries
@8TVXYNH4yrs4Y
No, but screening procedures should be increased for all those immigrating to Canada from a higher risk area.
@8TVXHQW4yrs4Y
During a time of heightened political tension in certain areas of the world it makes sense scrutinize immigrants from some regions. Sorry, it's not being discriminatory...only sensible considering some groups score points for hitting soft targets.
@8TTCZCY4yrs4Y
No, this kind of religious discrimination is unconstitutional. However, it is reasonable to look out for high risk countries
@8TNPS7W4yrs4Y
Nobody that can't be properly screened should be entering, Muslim or otherwise.
@8TJQYBB4yrs4Y
Allow immigration only for females
@8SXZZBP4yrs4Y
Poorly worded question, it should read, should all immigration be banned until screening ability is improved. Because terrorists can come from any country and any religion.
@8SSLCV24yrs4Y
They should be screened on level of respect for women.
@8S6VNNW4yrs4Y
This is a hard one I don't think they should be banned from entering but perhaps a better screening for everyone coming in no matter the race. religion and country and keep it on a fair and equal note.
@8S6BSZY4yrs4Y
I don't think this question should focus on muslims only. the government should properly screen out any terrorists regardless of race or religion
Banning immigrants based on the religion is discriminatory. Background checks should be done.
@8S4HZNS4yrs4Y
No, but there should be higher screening protocols from 'high risk' countries
@8RZMHMP4yrs4Y
Ban all immigrants and improve birth rate.
@8RRKHHQ4yrs4Y
Individual screening if possible
@8RLWVFK4yrs4Y
I believe all immigrants should be screen tested, no matter religion
@shaelynj4yrs4Y
No, banning immigrants based on their religion is unconstitutional and we should have better screening processes
@8RCMXHK4yrs4Y
no, they shouldn't be just ban them that's not fair to the others there just trying to live.
No but we should be more focused on more violent countries for sure
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