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Questions and Answers
What is the central issue prompting questions from opposition Members of Parliament (MPs)?
What is the central issue prompting questions from opposition Members of Parliament (MPs)?
- The economic impact of Hong Kong immigrants on the Canadian job market.
- The allocation of resources for processing asylum claims from Hong Kong.
- The potential inadmissibility of Hong Kong residents seeking refuge in Canada due to protest-related charges. (correct)
- Canada's trade relations with Hong Kong following the implementation of the national security law.
According to Minister Mendicino's initial statement, under what condition would Canada not deny entry to individuals from Hong Kong?
According to Minister Mendicino's initial statement, under what condition would Canada not deny entry to individuals from Hong Kong?
- If they have been charged under the new national security law imposed by Beijing. (correct)
- If they have been convicted of participating in peaceful protests.
- If they can prove their intention to contribute economically to Canada.
- If they have been charged with minor offences unrelated to national security.
Critics argue that the national security law imposed by Beijing in Hong Kong is problematic primarily because:
Critics argue that the national security law imposed by Beijing in Hong Kong is problematic primarily because:
- It clearly defines offenses, making it difficult to prosecute individuals effectively.
- Its definitions of offenses are vague, potentially criminalizing dissent and opposition. (correct)
- It is only applicable to non-residents of Hong Kong, creating discriminatory practices.
- It is rarely enforced, leading to a sense of impunity among offenders.
Minister Mendicino indicated that individuals would not be denied entry for arrests related to:
Minister Mendicino indicated that individuals would not be denied entry for arrests related to:
Approximately how many individuals in Hong Kong have been arrested in connection with pro-democracy protests since June 2019?
Approximately how many individuals in Hong Kong have been arrested in connection with pro-democracy protests since June 2019?
What was Minister Mendicino's response when pressed about charges like 'rioting' and 'unlawful assembly' which are also Canadian Criminal Code offenses?
What was Minister Mendicino's response when pressed about charges like 'rioting' and 'unlawful assembly' which are also Canadian Criminal Code offenses?
What specific concern did opposition MPs raise regarding the charges laid against protestors in Hong Kong?
What specific concern did opposition MPs raise regarding the charges laid against protestors in Hong Kong?
Raquel Dancho, a Conservative MP, expressed her desire for:
Raquel Dancho, a Conservative MP, expressed her desire for:
According to Richard Kurland, what is Canada's likely approach to Hong Kong charges against individuals seeking entry?
According to Richard Kurland, what is Canada's likely approach to Hong Kong charges against individuals seeking entry?
What criteria made the asylum case for the two Hong Kong activists mentioned in the text 'unusual'?
What criteria made the asylum case for the two Hong Kong activists mentioned in the text 'unusual'?
What is the primary concern for Hongkongers who have opposed Beijing's influence, following the enactment of the National Security Law?
What is the primary concern for Hongkongers who have opposed Beijing's influence, following the enactment of the National Security Law?
Which international agreement does the text suggest the Chinese government is accused of violating concerning Hong Kong?
Which international agreement does the text suggest the Chinese government is accused of violating concerning Hong Kong?
What is the role of Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board mentioned in the context of Hong Kong activists?
What is the role of Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board mentioned in the context of Hong Kong activists?
Approximately how many Hong Kong activists, who arrived before the coronavirus pandemic, had applied for refugee status in Canada according to the text?
Approximately how many Hong Kong activists, who arrived before the coronavirus pandemic, had applied for refugee status in Canada according to the text?
What is the 'Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security' described as doing in the text?
What is the 'Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security' described as doing in the text?
Based on the information provided, what is the general sentiment expressed towards Hongkongers seeking refuge in Canada?
Based on the information provided, what is the general sentiment expressed towards Hongkongers seeking refuge in Canada?
What is the central topic addressed by Marco Mendicino according to the article?
What is the central topic addressed by Marco Mendicino according to the article?
Who is Marco Mendicino in the context of this article?
Who is Marco Mendicino in the context of this article?
Under what condition would Hongkongers not be deemed inadmissible to Canada, according to Marco Mendicino?
Under what condition would Hongkongers not be deemed inadmissible to Canada, according to Marco Mendicino?
The protests mentioned in the article are specifically described as:
The protests mentioned in the article are specifically described as:
What is the primary reason mentioned for Canada wanting to attract young Hong Kong migrants?
What is the primary reason mentioned for Canada wanting to attract young Hong Kong migrants?
Which groups are mentioned as having accused Hong Kong authorities of politically motivated actions?
Which groups are mentioned as having accused Hong Kong authorities of politically motivated actions?
Before which body was Marco Mendicino testifying when he discussed this immigration policy?
Before which body was Marco Mendicino testifying when he discussed this immigration policy?
According to the article, when did Marco Mendicino's testimony take place?
According to the article, when did Marco Mendicino's testimony take place?
Flashcards
Hong Kong Migrant Program
Hong Kong Migrant Program
A Canadian government program designed to attract young Hongkongers with valuable skills and qualifications to Canada.
Canadian Law & Admissibility
Canadian Law & Admissibility
Canadian law defines which acts are considered crimes; individuals not charged with such crimes are typically allowed entry to Canada.
Peaceful Protests and Entry
Peaceful Protests and Entry
The Canadian government has stated that Hongkongers arrested for participating in peaceful demonstrations will not be barred from entering Canada.
Politically Motivated Arrests
Politically Motivated Arrests
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Government Recognition of Hong Kong Actions
Government Recognition of Hong Kong Actions
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Economic Contribution
Economic Contribution
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Canada-China Relations Committee
Canada-China Relations Committee
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Debate in Parliament
Debate in Parliament
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National Security Law
National Security Law
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Political vs. Criminal Charges
Political vs. Criminal Charges
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Entry for Protesters
Entry for Protesters
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Hong Kong Authorities' Actions
Hong Kong Authorities' Actions
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Soviet Era Precedence
Soviet Era Precedence
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Asylum for Hong Kong Activists
Asylum for Hong Kong Activists
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Balanced Immigration Policy
Balanced Immigration Policy
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What is the Hong Kong National Security Law?
What is the Hong Kong National Security Law?
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What is Canada's stance on admitting Hong Kongers facing charges under the new security law?
What is Canada's stance on admitting Hong Kongers facing charges under the new security law?
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What are 'rioting' and 'unlawful assembly'?
What are 'rioting' and 'unlawful assembly'?
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What is 'admissibility screening'?
What is 'admissibility screening'?
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What is the Canadian Criminal Code?
What is the Canadian Criminal Code?
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Who is Marco Mendicino?
Who is Marco Mendicino?
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Who is responsible for deciding on the admissibility of Hong Kongers under the security law?
Who is responsible for deciding on the admissibility of Hong Kongers under the security law?
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What is the opposition's view on Canada's policy?
What is the opposition's view on Canada's policy?
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Canada and Hong Kong Protests
- Canada will not bar entry to Hongkongers arrested for peaceful protests, if they haven't committed a crime under Canadian law.
- Protestors were arrested for politically-motivated charges, including rioting and unlawful assembly.
- Ottawa is offering a program to attract young Hong Kong migrants.
- Canada refuses to deny entry due to a new national security law in Hong Kong, despite criticism of the law's ambiguity.
- The law is criticized for criminalizing dissent.
- Over 10,000 Hongkongers were arrested, and over 2,400 face charges related to anti-government protests.
- Canadian immigration officials will determine the admissibility of Hongkongers based on Canadian laws, citing specific offenses like rioting and unlawful assembly as charges under Canadian Criminal Code.
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