Quebec Premier Floats Idea of ‘Waiting Zones’ in Canada for Asylum Seekers

Quebec Premier Floats Idea of ‘Waiting Zones’ in Canada for Asylum Seekers
Quebec Premier Francois Legault responds to reporters questions at a news conference, at the legislature in Quebec City, on Sept. 12, 2024. The Canadian Press/Jacques Boissinot
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Quebec Premier François Legault says his government has asked Ottawa to set up “waiting zones” for asylum seekers, as is the practice in France.

Legault told reporters during a press conference in Paris on Tuesday that Canada should take inspiration from the European country. Waiting zones in Canada, he added, could be located close to airports or elsewhere on the territory.