Canada’s immigration detention system, as illustrated by Prosper Niyonzima’s harrowing experience, reveals critical failures in upholding the rights of those with disabilities. The legal framework leaves individuals disempowered and voiceless while encouraging a cycle of marginalization and neglect. Urgent reforms are necessary to redesign decision-making systems that prioritize the autonomy of detainees, moving toward community-based support that respects human dignity. Canada must confront entrenched biases against people with disabilities to create a more just and equitable society for all.
Canada’s Immigration Detention Crisis: Violating Disability Rights and Dignity
