Stricter U.S. immigration policies have prompted a wave of desperate migrants heading toward Canada, braving life-threatening conditions. Recently, Nestor and José arrived in Plattsburgh, New York, and were seen searching for a taxi at a Sunoco gas station to cross into Canada—despite freezing temperatures dropping from 3°C to -17°C. Experts say this surge echoes the migration spike seen in 2017 during Trump’s presidency. Meanwhile, Canada has opened new processing centers in Quebec and increased border patrols.