Asylum claims in Canada have dramatically decreased, falling by 84% as the government implements stricter regulations and enhanced vetting processes. In April 2024, 10,995 claims were filed by individuals holding temporary visas – including student, work, and visitor visas. By April 2026, that number plummeted to 1,580 applications. This significant drop is attributed to changes in policy that limit the ability for temporary residents to seek asylum within Canada. The new measures appear to be effectively closing loopholes previously used by individuals to apply for protection while already present in the country on temporary visas. Authorities indicate the changes aim to streamline the asylum process and focus resources on those most in need of protection, while deterring unfounded claims. The decline reflects a broader trend of increased border control and immigration enforcement by the Canadian government.