Canada’s immigration body has stated that claiming asylum does not automatically allow individuals to bypass immigration laws, noting that asylum seekers must prove that returning to their home country would place them in serious danger to avoid deportation.
The Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) clarified that the asylum system is meant to protect those fleeing torture, threats to life, or cruel treatment.
However, the process is rigorous, and not all claims are accepted. Individuals whose claims are denied may face deportation.