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Policy Critique
5,980 comments
This is why immigration enforcement is needed
This is why immigration enforcement is needed
Advocates for stricter immigration enforcement as a policy position.
psp785
Jan 27, 2026
Canada already has tariffs on the US imports sent to Canada. Why is he crying about being fair by the US charging the same that Canada does to the US? Go to hell.
Canada already has tariffs on the US imports sent to Canada. Why is he crying about being fair by the US charging the same that Canada does to the US? Go to hell.
Critiques U.S. trade policy by pointing out Canada already has reciprocal tariffs, questioning the fairness argument.
@RobHTech
Mar 4, 2025
ASKING US TO FIGHT, AFTER DISARMING US. WE WILL NOT FIGHT FOR YOU TRUDEAU! PERIOD!
ASKING US TO FIGHT, AFTER DISARMING US. WE WILL NOT FIGHT FOR YOU TRUDEAU! PERIOD!
Criticizes government policy (disarmament) and refuses to support leadership's request for action, framed as a defiant statement.
@WD_Harris
Mar 4, 2025
Every single problem we have in Canada stems from to many immigrants brought in by the liberals to try and hold forever power. You ignorant liberal voters did this
Every single problem we have in Canada stems from to many immigrants brought in by the liberals to try and hold forever power. You ignorant liberal voters did this
The comment critiques immigration policy as a deliberate political strategy by the Liberal party, blaming immigration for Canada's problems.
bobbuilder6935
Jan 27, 2026
Why are asylum claimants getting health care benefits that tax paying Canadians don’t get? Whether they are bogus claimants or not
Why are asylum claimants getting health care benefits that tax paying Canadians don’t get? Whether they are bogus claimants or not
Questions government policy on health care benefits for asylum claimants versus taxpayers, combining policy analysis with economic fairness concerns.
hildaharkin
Feb 23, 2026
This is what leadership sounds like, not the rambling narcissistic grumbling that comes out of the mouths of our American President and Republican elected officials.
This is what leadership sounds like, not the rambling narcissistic grumbling that comes out of the mouths of our American President and Republican elected officials.
Contrasts Trudeau's leadership favorably against American political leaders, criticizing their communication style and approach.
@1wendywonder
Mar 4, 2025
Call the phentanyl argument bullshit, which is what it is.
Call the phentanyl argument bullshit, which is what it is.
Dismisses the fentanyl argument used to justify tariffs as false, critiquing the policy rationale.
Policy Critique
0.88
@mechamykal
Mar 4, 2025
Why is this clown talking when he’s done in Canada? Needs to crawl under a rock absolutely embarrassing
Why is this clown talking when he’s done in Canada? Needs to crawl under a rock absolutely embarrassing
Direct criticism of the Prime Minister's legitimacy and competence, questioning why he is still in office.
Policy Critique
0.88
@Calcio18
Mar 4, 2025
American here. Trump is an incompetent man! Not only is his trade war with Canada, Mexico, and China breathtakingly stupid, it also raises prices for Americans, costs American factories jobs, and isolates us from our …
American here. Trump is an incompetent man! Not only is his trade war with Canada, Mexico, and China breathtakingly stupid, it also raises prices for Americans, costs American factories jobs, and isolates us from our allies. And just today, Trump paused aid/arms to Ukraine. Putin has no incentive to make concessions now, knowing that Trump has cut off arms to Ukraine. Our apologies to your Canada. We are fucked! If you could put a 100% tariff on Tesla, you'd be doing us a HUGE favor.
American criticizing Trump's trade and foreign policy as economically damaging and strategically foolish, with apology to Canada.
@reggieongoogle3583
Mar 4, 2025
For God's sake don't listen to trudeau. His government put us in the mess we are in and the tarrifs are just another kick in the stomach to us citizens
For God's sake don't listen to trudeau. His government put us in the mess we are in and the tarrifs are just another kick in the stomach to us citizens
Criticizes Trudeau's government policies and their negative economic consequences.
Policy Critique
0.88
@BUSHWACKER74
Mar 4, 2025
You're too late, Trudeau. You should have responded back in November. When Trump mentioned it, but you decided to go hiding.\nNow it's your fault.Nobody else to blame but you\nAs a canadian, I am totally disgusted …
You're too late, Trudeau. You should have responded back in November. When Trump mentioned it, but you decided to go hiding.\nNow it's your fault.Nobody else to blame but you\nAs a canadian, I am totally disgusted with your response to this!!
Commenter criticizes Trudeau's delayed response to Trump's tariff threat and blames him for the current situation, while identifying as a Canadian.
@russellpearce610
Mar 4, 2025
Awesome ? you just brought on retaliatory tariffs. Stupid move.
Awesome ? you just brought on retaliatory tariffs. Stupid move.
Criticizes tariff decision as strategically foolish due to predictable retaliatory response.
Policy Critique
0.88
@Oscar40694
Mar 4, 2025
Yes, Canada’s asylum system is currently facing intense scrutiny due to record-high claim volumes and allegations of systemic fraud. THE SCALE OF THE PROBLEM Backlog Explosion: The inventory of pending asylum claims has surged significantly, …
Yes, Canada’s asylum system is currently facing intense scrutiny due to record-high claim volumes and allegations of systemic fraud.
THE SCALE OF THE PROBLEM
Backlog Explosion: The inventory of pending asylum claims has surged significantly, reaching approximately 300,000 active cases as of late 2025.
Rising Claim Volumes: Annual claims reached a record 190,000 in 2024, though they decreased by about a third in early 2025 following new policy measures.
Removal Gap: Criticisms have been raised regarding the low rate of deportations; reports indicate that 86% of rejected claimants remain in Canada.
SOURCES OF "BOGUS" CLAIMS
International Student Surge: There has been an "alarming trend" of international students claiming asylum to remain in the country after their study permits expire or in response to new caps on student visas.
Fraud Networks: Investigations have highlighted vulnerabilities where unauthorized agents and transnational fraud networks counsel migrants to submit fabricated narratives or forged documents.
"Rubber-Stamping" Allegations: A recent report by the C.D. Howe Institute warned that a paper-based "fast-track" system for certain high-risk countries may be bypassing essential security screenings and in-person questioning.
ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL IMPACT
Healthcare Costs: The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP), which provides medical benefits to claimants, saw its budget jump from roughly $66 million to over $1 billion annually.
Policy Shift: To reduce incentives for non-genuine claims, the government is introducing a co-pay system for supplementary health services (like dental and vision) starting May 1, 2026.
CONSEQUENCES OF FRAUD
For individuals, filing a "bogus" or misrepresented claim carries severe penalties:
A five-year ban from entering or remaining in Canada.
Permanent record of fraud with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Loss of current temporary or permanent resident status
Detailed analysis of asylum system problems including backlogs, fraud allegations, and economic costs, presenting data-driven critique of government policy.
maxbork4087
Feb 25, 2026
I love the direct democracy comparison because yeah, having a referendum on only issues that Mrs. Smith thinks are important makes you just like Switzerland! Why don't you have a referendum on your rate of …
I love the direct democracy comparison because yeah, having a referendum on only issues that Mrs. Smith thinks are important makes you just like Switzerland! Why don't you have a referendum on your rate of pay and the pension you will receive, as a politician, Mrs. Smith? How about you have a referendum about the US-style health insurance you want to introduce? Or how about you have a referendum on the style of democracy you have and ask people if they want a true direct-democracy and let them be able to have a vote on any issue or law, at any time?
Yeah, I didn't think so...
Uses sarcasm and rhetorical questions to critique selective direct democracy implementation and politician self-interest in policy design.
@coolblue-198
Feb 20, 2026
If an individual has been found to have a bogus claim, then deport them. If Visas have expired then then they should not be allowed to claim asylum and they should be deported. Non citizens …
If an individual has been found to have a bogus claim, then deport them. If Visas have expired then then they should not be allowed to claim asylum and they should be deported. Non citizens who have been criminally charged should be deported. The process is in place, it just needs to be adhered to.
Proposes specific policy solutions for handling fraudulent claims, expired visas, and criminal non-citizens, critiquing enforcement rather than policy existence.
Policy Critique
0.88
jds1616
Feb 23, 2026
Immigrants need to pay into Canadas economy before they take everything. Should be 10 years of paying taxes and not being a burden on society. 10 years before they can get healthcare, before they can …
Immigrants need to pay into Canadas economy before they take everything. Should be 10 years of paying taxes and not being a burden on society. 10 years before they can get healthcare, before they can vote, before they can overwhelm our healthcare system.
Proposes specific policy changes (10-year waiting periods for benefits/voting) framed as preventing economic burden on healthcare and social systems.
BigTuna18
Aug 28, 2025
Canada, and it’s government, are a bunch of woke idiots. It’s like issues such as this they don’t give a shit
Canada, and it’s government, are a bunch of woke idiots. It’s like issues such as this they don’t give a shit
Criticizes Canadian government and its policies as ineffective and ideologically misguided, without specific immigration focus but in immigration context.
Policy Critique
0.88
acourtneyification
Oct 4, 2025
It’s still too much. Liberal policies are far too generous and clearly do not incentivize persons entering Canada to look for gainful employment. Only Liberal minded individuals fail to see the obvious flaws in this …
It’s still too much. Liberal policies are far too generous and clearly do not incentivize persons entering Canada to look for gainful employment. Only Liberal minded individuals fail to see the obvious flaws in this way of thinking.
Criticizes Liberal immigration policies as too generous and argues they fail to incentivize employment, combining policy and economic concerns.
BardBarrett
Aug 30, 2025
DT thinks he is controlling a business company, not a country! I stand with my country: Canada.
DT thinks he is controlling a business company, not a country! I stand with my country: Canada.
Criticizes Trump's governing approach as inappropriate for a nation while asserting Canadian national loyalty.
@boramawi
Mar 4, 2025
Good, now make it 100x faster
Good, now make it 100x faster
Brief critique of immigration processing speed, calling for faster government procedures.
Policy Critique
0.88
aseenontv1027
Feb 18, 2026
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