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What is the primary role of the "Immigration and Refugee Protection Act" (IRPA) for CBSA officers?

IRPA is the foundational legislation for immigration and refugee matters in Canada. For CBSA, it provides the legal framework and authority for officers to enfo

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Question: What is the primary role of the "Immigration and Refugee Protection Act" (IRPA) for CBSA officers?

Answer options: ✅ To govern the entry of people into Canada, including foreign nationals, permanent residents, and refugees.

  • To regulate the importation and exportation of all goods across the Canadian border.
  • To establish criminal penalties for border-related offenses.
  • To solely manage the refugee claim process within Canada.

Correct answer: To govern the entry of people into Canada, including foreign nationals, permanent residents, and refugees.

Explanation: IRPA is the foundational legislation for immigration and refugee matters in Canada. For CBSA, it provides the legal framework and authority for officers to enforce rules regarding who can enter Canada and under what conditions for all categories of people.

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