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- Fifteen foreign nationals claimed refugee status in British Columbia, with the Canada Border Services Agency investigating deportation outcomes.
- Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke condemned the situation, saying criminals should not exploit immigration rules.
- British Columbia formed a task force to address crime, with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and immigration officers collaborating.
- Allegations of Indian government involvement have emerged, while Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks to strengthen ties with India.
