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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66% Yes |
34% No |
66% Yes |
34% No |
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Unique answers from Canada voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
@9MR9VHJ6mos6MO
no, but measures should be taken screen out potential terrorists.
@9ZNLDFL2 days2D
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
@9ZMYJ4P3 days3D
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.
@9ZMRC283 days3D
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
@9ZLJD8L6 days6D
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
@9ZJ9LJW1wk1W
No, as long as thorough search is done when entering the country to ensure the person is not a terrorist
@9ZJ52HD1wk1W
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.
@9ZHZL241wk1W
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.
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