Let’s hope PM is ready for refugees

Re: “Strengthen the border,” Editorial, Feb. 23

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau may have just solved U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigrant problem with Canada’s open border policy.

It is estimated that there are 12 million illegal persons in the U.S., so now there may be approximately 11 million plus on their way to Canada. Let’s hope Trudeau has figured out somewhere to put them.

That’s international cooperation on a grand scale. Bernard Bradford, Calgary

A porous border is bad for Canada

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s irresponsible extended invitation to im- migrants following the U.S. travelling bans continues to reveal him as unfit in his role. Protecting our borders should be his first priority.

The Americans didn’t put their Republicans in power and spin their country around on a whim. For the same reason, the Brits rejected the European Union. We cannot be gullible.

My ancestors paid the price for Canada’s founda- tional truths. I’d be mortified to show them how politically correct bullying has been allowed to degrade these principles and my birthright.

Supporting our American cousins in this reflection of sovereign sanctity and safety is not only vital, but good business. Our most formidable ally must not be left to stand alone.

Brock Turner, Chatham, Ont.