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Amid mounting political tensions and increasing border scrutiny, Canadian university teachers are being urged to avoid non-essential travel to the United States.
The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) has issued a strong advisory urging academic staff across the country to reconsider travel plans to the United States. The updated guidance, released Tuesday, highlights growing concerns over the political climate under the Trump administration and recent reports of Canadians facing trouble at the border.
The advisory is particularly targeted at academics who may be more vulnerable, including individuals from countries with strained U.S. relations, researchers whose work challenges American government policies, and those who identify as transgender.
CAUT emphasized that scholars should also take precautions with electronic devices, ensuring sensitive data is protected, as digital content may be subject to inspection.
The warning follows reports of Canadians and other foreign nationals being held at U.S. detention or processing centres for extended periods — including Canadian Jasmine Mooney and tourists from Germany and Wales.
The Canadian government has similarly updated its travel advisory, cautioning citizens about possible scrutiny or even detention at U.S. border points. Official data shows a significant decline in Canadian crossings into the U.S., with March figures dropping 32% compared to the same month last year.
