Canada could indefinitely suspend deportations to Haiti and other countries devastated by Hurricane Irma, according to federal provisions that halt removals to nations deemed too dangerous because of conflict or disaster. But widespread devastation could lead to a suspension of deportations, as happened after the 2010 earthquake in Haiti. Canada has seen a wave of asylum seekers, including Haitian citizens, crossing over from the U.S. in recent months. That is set to expire in January, because the U.S. Department of Homeland Security now considers Haiti a safe country. : These are meant be a temporary measure when immediate action is required to defer removals during a humanitarian crisis.

Source: CBC News September 08, 2017 09:00 UTC