Sanctuary Cities and Illegal Immigrants

illegal immigrants: The sanctuary city concept is one in which a city agrees not to take action against illegal immigrants. In Canada, at least two cities Toronto and Hamilton, Ont. have declared themselves to be sanctuary cities. , according to CBC. The Canadian government rightly points out that it is important for Canadians to have faith and integrity in our immigration system. Canadian cities have an obligation to respect Canadian laws, as well as enforce and uphold these laws when required. Last week, Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander issued a statement setting out the federal government opposition to Canadian municipalities becoming "sanctuary cities" for illegal immigrants. While some immigration enforcement laws are harsh and disproportionate, the fact of the matter is immigration laws, like any law, must be followed. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.