Should immigrants from high risk countries be banned from entering the country until the government improves its ability to screen out potential terrorists?

no, but measures should be taken screen out potential terrorists.

they shouldnt be banned from countries if they come for a high risk place as it not their fault as to where they may have grew up

Regardless of screening, citizens of dangerous and terroristic nations will not be allowed into Canada. If there ever is a calm period in for example the Middle East, we will allow people from that area into Canada again. If they wish to enter as Refugees, they will undergo strict screening processes.

We need an intensive screening process into the individual to determine if they are a threat. We cannot generalize someone based on their ethnic origins

I believe we should do a big back round check because some people from those areas that are in trouble may need to come in, but make it strict

No, as long as thorough search is done when entering the country to ensure the person is not a terrorist

I think they may need to receive tighter security measures to make sure Canada stays safe, but at the same time I don't think we should banned them because some of them may be leaving to find a safe place outside of their country.

It is unfair for us to correlate all immigrants from high risk countries as potential terrorists as they may be trying to leave and build a better life.

I believe that all people who are not born canadians should be screened thoroughly but also remain within the human rights.

I think the risks of terrorists are much lower than the actual damage done to people waiting to enter the country- government works at a glacial pace

The government should focus strongly on improving the ability to screen for terrorism quickly to allow real refugees safety

If they can pass a criminal background check and ensure no ties to terrorist activity, there is no reason to deny someone just because they are from a “high risk” country.

Yes, but the immigrants should be granted a safe place to live, because what if they are refugees attempting to escape the terrorists?

No, immigrants should be screened on an individual basis and not discriminated against based on their country of origin

Hard question. Strict background checks need to be done but everyone deserves the chance especially when from a high-risk country

Rather then letting immigrants in to Canada we should be working on increasing job opportunities and housing first

Immigrants should be screened normally, even from high risk countries. Screening should be the same with all.

The government should do very extensive physicological tests to ensure they are not terrorists. And allow all those who pass.

No, people may need a safe place to go, we can always judge people for their actions once they enter the country, and detain any suspicious person(s).

Hard to say. Not everyone is bad just because they’re from a high risk country. The screening process should be performed on everyone from said countries however rotated through and have “surprise” aspects to it so these said “terrorists” can’t learn and memorize the testing / screening process.

I think that they should be allowed into Canada, but they should be allowed to only be somewhere remote or away from a big population until proven innocent.

High risk countries should be looked at on a context, case by case scenario. Perhaps an officer like a parole officer would be able to invigilate those individuals.

If the person has a high risk of the terrorists coming for them then there should be some regulations

I don’t support outright banning them, but security measures should definitely be taken

Not banned, but ensure they aren’t coming to Canada prior to this being done.

Look at high-risk individuals, not high risk countries. If the issue was high-risk countries, we shouldn’t be letting anyone in from the USA right now.

No, but enhance the screening process prior to entry.

Don't ban them, put them in a safe place while you screen them, and deport them if they are high risk

absolutely if it means protecting there country and people

If they refugees, you can let them in if they pass a specific test.

instead of being banned, i think we should run intense background checks of the individuals who are entering the country.

They should not be banned, but there should be thorough investigation before they are allowed in.

Yes, but refuges should still be allowed to enter.

We should speed up the improvement in screening - banning has too many negative impacts

No, but ensure they pass the background checks & do not have a history of committing serious crimes.

not banned. could be people wanting to flee those conditions. However special vetting is needed to ensure they are not going to be a national thereat

Put equal effort into understanding domestic terrorism from non minority groups

Depends if Canada has a strained relation ship with that country such as Iran

Keep a close eye on them if they are to stay in Canada

No, but subject them to more stringent vetting procedures

No. I don’t trust the government to assess what a “high risk country” would be.

That’s discrimination based on their nation of origin.

No, but I still think that improving the ability to screen potential terrorists is a smart idea.

Yes, regardless whether the government improves its ability to screen out potential Threat or not.

I think that they should not be banned but things like background checks should be mandatory because you cant just ban someone from a high rick country by Assuming

No, immigrants from high risk countries should not be banned, however they still should have extra criminal background check done.

given that we are currently charging people who gained citizenship for plotting an attack with supposed ties to ISIS, yes there should be stricter screening.

I lean towards yes on this but feels like a gray area for me

No, as individuals who apply for immigration into Canada from high-risk countries may be doing so for their own safety.

They should be given background checks before entering.

I'm pretty sure if we wanted to know everything on a person nowadays we could. You guys got that covered. We work with the US on intelligence. Come on now.

Yes but some people should be able to enter if they have their family in Canada

If they are thought to be a terrorists, then they get the boot.

No. Screen them heavily to be sure they aren't a threat.

Yes but they could undergo a certain test that will determine and classify if they are terrorists or not

Immigrants form hight risk and war torrn countries like seriea and iraq are some times in the most need

It depends on the situation. If there is a potential danger alert from a few people with suspicious backgrounds, there should be more investigation, but if there is no suspicion then there should be no holdup.

We want to be safe but this can lead to discrimination of people from countries that are black brown or muslim

Not banned. Maybe more like a detainee. Then screen them.

If none come in deadly it is all good then, it depends on where they're going as well.

No, we are too isolated to care, and we should get land from the states if it collapses.

Depending on the situation, the immigrants from high risk countries shouldn't be banned from entering the country, however should be interrogated a few weeks before entering.

That's against the constitution to discriminate on religion, and would be a huge reversal from the history of a move to a more progressive immigration system, as we have a points based (not race or faith based) immigration system.

No only if that person poses a national threat to the country

only if the individual is deemed a security threat.

There should be a thorough background check on the immigrant and all their stuff coming in. Especially their social network.

Unless they are refugees trying to escape to save their lives.

no and yes because it could look like you are just assuming that they are a terrorist but it is also good because we have to protect our country as well

How do you think fear of potential threats should balance with the need to offer safe refuge to people in danger?

What might be the emotional impact on communities if certain groups feel unfairly targeted by policies like these?

Have you ever had an experience where you felt judged or excluded because of where you come from?

What are the risks of labeling entire groups of people as 'high risk' based on their nationality or race?

How would your perspective change if you were the person trying to flee to safety but faced strict entry barriers?

In what ways could a country's relationship with the rest of the world be impacted by implementing a policy like this?

Do you think national security concerns justify limiting the number of people entering a country, or are there better solutions?

Is it fair or effective to assume people are risky based on the country they come from, or should each case be evaluated individually?

How do we balance protecting our country with being open and welcoming to people in need of help?