Skip to Main content

14.54°^C Vancouver

News Entertainment Sports Videos Shows Podcast Contact Us

Dec 21, 2023 5:09 PM - Connect News

Quebec to continue detaining migrants for CBSA into 2024

Share On

quebec-to-continue-detaining-migrants-for-cbsa-into-2024

Between 2015 and 2020, the CBSA detained an average of nearly 8,000 immigrants each year, one in four of whom were sent to provincial jails. (Photo: X/@CanBorderQUE)

The Quebec government has extended for six months the permission for the Canada Border Services Agency to detain immigrants in the province's jails at the request of the federal government.

Earlier, the controversial agreement with the state Border Services Agency was due to expire on December 31, 2023. Now its new deadline has been fixed as 30 June 2024. The Ministry of Public Security of Quebec gave this information in a statement.

Let it be known that the Border Services Agency can keep any such foreign national in jail regarding whom it feels that his identity is not clear or he may be a danger to the public. Many immigrants were also detained where the agency believed they would not participate in the deportation process.

Between 2015 and 2020, the CBSA detained an average of nearly 8,000 immigrants each year, one in four of whom were sent to provincial jails. Many provinces are opposed to the government's move, with Nova Scotia the first province to stop detaining immigrants on behalf of Ottawa in August. Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia have done so, and more provinces are slated to do so in 2024.

Latest news

CanadaOct 16, 2026

U.S.-Made Vehicles Lose 20% Market Share in Canada in First Half of 2026

The market share of U.S.-made vehicles in Canada fell by 20% in the first half of 2026, following Canada's imposition of 25% retaliatory tariffs on American cars and trucks in response to tariffs introduced by Washington. As a result, major automakers, including Volvo, Tesla, Subaru and Mazda, have stopped supplying certain U.S.-built models to Canada or shifted some production to other countries to avoid Canadian tariffs. Vehicles manufactured in Mexico, Japan and South Korea can enter Canada without these tariffs. Meanwhile, Canadian-made vehicles have also suffered from the trade war, with

calgary-police-seize-6-8-million-worth-of-drugs-arrest-four-suspects

AlbertaOct 16, 2026

Calgary Police Seize $6.8 Million Worth of Drugs, Arrest Four Suspects

Calgary police have seized drugs worth $6.8 million and arrested four suspects in one of the largest drug busts in the city’s history. The investigation began in June 2026, when police identified a residence allegedly linked to drug trafficking. According to Calgary Police Acting Chief Asif Rahid, the seizure ranks among the largest drug busts in the department’s history. Investigators allege that the suspects were operating a drug trafficking network in Calgary and Edmonton. Police executed search warrants at five residences, including four in Calgary and one in Cochrane. During the raids

carney-continues-pro-canada-campaign-set-to-address-major-rally-in-edmonton-today

CanadaOct 16, 2026

Carney Continues Pro-Canada Campaign, Set to Address Major Rally in Edmonton Today

Prime Minister Mark Carney is continuing to push his pro-Canada campaign in Alberta. He will visit Red Deer today with Premier Danielle Smith before addressing a major rally in Edmonton organized by federalist group Forever Canadian. Speaking at a rally organized by the group in Calgary on Thursday, Carney urged nearly 5,000 people to stand firmly with Canada and vote against separation in the referendum. The Prime Minister stressed that the federal government is working with Alberta and will continue to do so in the future. Carney also warned against external forces, saying the world is alrea

CanadaOct 16, 2026

Controversy Erupts Over 500 Stelco Job Cuts as Minister Joly and U.S. Company Clash

Canada’s Industry Minister Mélanie Joly and the American owner of Stelco are engaged in a war of words over planned job cuts at the company’s Hamilton and Nanticoke plants in Ontario. Joly recently warned the company against laying off nearly 500 workers at the two facilities. In response, Cleveland-Cliffs CEO Lourenco Goncalves accused the minister of bullying and harassment. Goncalves said the Canadian government’s threats were completely unreasonable, adding that the company was not violating any agreements. He defended the planned layoffs, saying they were temporary and driven by bu

pm-carney-urges-albertans-to-vote-in-favour-of-staying-in-canada

CanadaOct 16, 2026

PM Carney Urges Albertans to Vote in Favour of Staying in Canada

Prime Minister Mark Carney urged Albertans to remain part of Canada and vote against separation during a large rally in Calgary on Thursday night. Addressing a crowd of approximately 5,000 people, Carney acknowledged that Albertans’ grievances with Ottawa were legitimate, adding that the federal government was working with the province to address their concerns. Carney warned that voting against Canada could trigger serious consequences, leading to deep divisions, significant uncertainty and the loss of opportunities for years to come. During his passionate speech, the prime minister also re

Related News

U.S.-Made Vehicles Lose 20% Market Share in Canada in First Half of 2026

U.S.-Made Vehicles Lose 20% Market Share in Canada in First Half of 2026

The market share of U.S.-made vehicles in Canada fell by 20% in the first half of 2026, following Canada's imposition of 25% retaliatory tariffs on American cars and trucks in response to tariffs introduced by Washington. As a result, major automakers, including Volvo, Tesla, Subaru and Mazda, have stopped supplying certain U.S.-built models to Canada or shifted some production to other countries to avoid Canadian tariffs. Vehicles manufactured in Mexico, Japan and South Korea can enter Canada without these tariffs. Meanwhile, Canadian-made vehicles have also suffered from the trade war, with

Carney Continues Pro-Canada Campaign, Set to Address Major Rally in Edmonton Today

Carney Continues Pro-Canada Campaign, Set to Address Major Rally in Edmonton Today

Prime Minister Mark Carney is continuing to push his pro-Canada campaign in Alberta. He will visit Red Deer today with Premier Danielle Smith before addressing a major rally in Edmonton organized by federalist group Forever Canadian. Speaking at a rally organized by the group in Calgary on Thursday, Carney urged nearly 5,000 people to stand firmly with Canada and vote against separation in the referendum. The Prime Minister stressed that the federal government is working with Alberta and will continue to do so in the future. Carney also warned against external forces, saying the world is alrea

Controversy Erupts Over 500 Stelco Job Cuts as Minister Joly and U.S. Company Clash

Controversy Erupts Over 500 Stelco Job Cuts as Minister Joly and U.S. Company Clash

Canada’s Industry Minister Mélanie Joly and the American owner of Stelco are engaged in a war of words over planned job cuts at the company’s Hamilton and Nanticoke plants in Ontario. Joly recently warned the company against laying off nearly 500 workers at the two facilities. In response, Cleveland-Cliffs CEO Lourenco Goncalves accused the minister of bullying and harassment. Goncalves said the Canadian government’s threats were completely unreasonable, adding that the company was not violating any agreements. He defended the planned layoffs, saying they were temporary and driven by bu

Legals

Journalism code of ethics

© 2021 AKASH Broadcasting Inc.

MANAGED BY STRATWIT

useful links

Accessibility Plan

Broadcasting Notice of Consultation

BC Children's Hospital