In the meanwhile, there have still been flights during the past few months that have taken refugees, asylum seekers, from Hong Kong. The Hong Kong government is in the process of imposing a new, Chinese Communist-drafted national security law in the territory, jeopardizing individual freedoms of expression, speech, association and political participation.
Immigration law experts are suggesting potential immigration claims originating from Hong Kong will not meet the criteria of Canada's express entry system, making it very difficult for many to leave the territory.
What options will Canadian immigration officials provide to assist these Hong Kong residents in safely emigrating to Canada if they do not meet ordinary refugee status requirements?