In a recent Toronto Star article by Nicholas Keung, immigration laywer Kyle Hyndman sheds light on the complexities and challenges of Canada’s immigration system. As the country recovers from a federal election and ongoing immigration policy impacts, Hyndman’s insights offer a nuanced perspective on Canada’s immigration challenges.

Hyndman emphasizes the need for a more thoughtful national conversation about immigration. He notes that immigrants are often unfairly blamed for issues in housing, healthcare, and employment. “Immigrants have been unfairly pegged as the primary source of the problem in housing, health care and employment,” he said. This simplistic approach leads to oversimplified solutions that do not address the root causes of Canada’s immigration challenges. Instead, Hyndman calls for a more considered and humane approach from the immigration minister, one that acknowledges the complexities of Canada’s immigration challenges and prioritizes the well-being of both newcomers and existing residents.

One of the critical challenges Hyndman highlights is the loss of accountability and competence in the decision-making processes within the immigration system. The digitization of the immigration system, while beneficial, lacks a human safety valve to address technical glitches and missing documents. This absence of a corrective mechanism can have life-changing impacts on applicants, leading to increased access-to-information requests and Federal Court appeals. “There’s nothing you can do about it,” Hyndman said. “There’s no mechanism to fix that. There’s no human you can call. There’s just nothing you could do.”

A more considered and humane approach to immigration policy is essential. Hyndman advocates for a system that prioritizes the well-being of both newcomers and existing residents. His insights remind us of the importance of a nuanced and compassionate approach as the country navigates these issues.

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