Trump criticizes Canada’s immigration policy; ministers reject claim

U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Canada’s immigration system on Wednesday, saying the country is “destroying itself” by letting in large numbers of people without proper security checks. Canadian ministers said his comments were inaccurate and misrepresented how the system works. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said Canada has already lowered immigration levels since 2024 to ease pressure on housing and public services. She said the country still screens applicants through a multistep process involving border, security, and intelligence agencies. Justice Minister Sean Fraser also dismissed Trump’s claim that arrivals are unchecked, saying every application is reviewed for security purposes. The article notes that recent immigration and population growth in Canada have slowed, with temporary resident numbers falling sharply after record highs in 2023.