Over 50 Canadians arrested and imprisoned by ICE

[blackbird]

"Over 50 Canadians Held in ICE Custody Amid Legal Uncertainty

Over 55 Canadians face detention in U.S. ICE centers as immigration enforcement intensifies in 2025. Johnny Noviello’s death highlights concerns over conditions. Canadian government and advocates call for transparency and fair treatment amid new executive orders expanding detentions and arrest targets.

Last updated: July 7, 2025 9:30 am

Key Takeaways

• Over 55 Canadians detained by ICE in U.S. due to immigration violations and minor criminal offenses in 2025.
• Johnny Noviello, a Canadian, died in ICE custody on June 23, prompting scrutiny of detention conditions.
• Canada’s government offers consular help while advocacy groups push for humane ICE detention reforms.

As of July 7, 2025, the detention of over 50 Canadians by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has sparked growing concern, legal confusion, and public outcry. The recent death of Canadian citizen Johnny Noviello in ICE custody has brought even more attention to the issue, raising questions about the treatment of foreign nationals and the impact of toughened immigration policies under President Trump’s administration. This article explains what’s happening, why it matters, and what Canadians and their families need to know."

Who is affected?
Currently, about 55 Canadians are being held in ICE detention centers across the United States . These individuals include people with different backgrounds—some are long-term residents, others were visiting or working in the country, and a few have lived in the United States  for decades.

Why are they being detained?
Canadians can end up in ICE custody for several reasons:
– Immigration violations: Overstaying a visa, working without proper authorization, or entering the country without the right documents.
– Criminal convictions: Even minor offenses can trigger detention, especially under stricter enforcement.
– Pending deportation: Some are held while waiting for a decision on their removal from the United States .

Where are they being held?
Detained Canadians are spread across various ICE facilities, including a new, controversial detention center in Florida known as “Alligator Alcatraz.” This facility has become a symbol of the administration’s tougher stance on immigration enforcement.

When did this start?
While Canadians have occasionally been detained by ICE in the past, the numbers have risen sharply in 2025. This increase follows new executive orders and policy changes signed by President Trump, which have ramped up enforcement and detention efforts.

How did this happen?
The U.S. government has set much higher targets for ICE arrests. According to White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, ICE now aims for 3,000 arrests per day, compared to about 650 per day earlier in President Trump’s second term. This aggressive approach has led to more detentions, including of Canadians who may not have serious criminal backgrounds.

The Tragic Case of Johnny Noviello

The death of Johnny Noviello, a Canadian citizen, in ICE custody on June 23, 2025, has become a rallying point for critics of the current system. Noviello’s family and supporters say his case highlights the dangers and lack of proper care in detention centers. Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand expressed condolences to Noviello’s family and promised that Canadian officials are seeking more information about his death.

This tragedy has raised urgent questions about:
– Medical care in ICE facilities
– Transparency

– Communication between U.S. and Canadian authorities about what happens to detainees

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Over 50 Canadians Held in ICE Custody Amid Legal Uncertainty

Why is the Canadian government not doing something about this?  Why even negotiate a trade deal while this is going on?  

Edited July 8, 2025 by blackbird

[User]

21 minutes ago, blackbird said:

Why is the Canadian government not doing something about this?  Why even negotiate a trade deal while this is going on?  

Don't break the law. 

No surprise, you are here defending law breakers yet again. 

[Deluge]

47 minutes ago, blackbird said:

"Over 50 Canadians Held in ICE Custody Amid Legal Uncertainty

Over 55 Canadians face detention in U.S. ICE centers as immigration enforcement intensifies in 2025. Johnny Noviello’s death highlights concerns over conditions. Canadian government and advocates call for transparency and fair treatment amid new executive orders expanding detentions and arrest targets.

Last updated: July 7, 2025 9:30 am

Key Takeaways

• Over 55 Canadians detained by ICE in U.S. due to immigration violations and minor criminal offenses in 2025.
• Johnny Noviello, a Canadian, died in ICE custody on June 23, prompting scrutiny of detention conditions.
• Canada’s government offers consular help while advocacy groups push for humane ICE detention reforms.

As of July 7, 2025, the detention of over 50 Canadians by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has sparked growing concern, legal confusion, and public outcry. The recent death of Canadian citizen Johnny Noviello in ICE custody has brought even more attention to the issue, raising questions about the treatment of foreign nationals and the impact of toughened immigration policies under President Trump’s administration. This article explains what’s happening, why it matters, and what Canadians and their families need to know."

Who is affected?
Currently, about 55 Canadians are being held in ICE detention centers across the United States . These individuals include people with different backgrounds—some are long-term residents, others were visiting or working in the country, and a few have lived in the United States  for decades.

Why are they being detained?
Canadians can end up in ICE custody for several reasons:
– Immigration violations: Overstaying a visa, working without proper authorization, or entering the country without the right documents.
– Criminal convictions: Even minor offenses can trigger detention, especially under stricter enforcement.
– Pending deportation: Some are held while waiting for a decision on their removal from the United States .

Where are they being held?
Detained Canadians are spread across various ICE facilities, including a new, controversial detention center in Florida known as “Alligator Alcatraz.” This facility has become a symbol of the administration’s tougher stance on immigration enforcement.

When did this start?
While Canadians have occasionally been detained by ICE in the past, the numbers have risen sharply in 2025. This increase follows new executive orders and policy changes signed by President Trump, which have ramped up enforcement and detention efforts.

How did this happen?
The U.S. government has set much higher targets for ICE arrests. According to White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, ICE now aims for 3,000 arrests per day, compared to about 650 per day earlier in President Trump’s second term. This aggressive approach has led to more detentions, including of Canadians who may not have serious criminal backgrounds.

The Tragic Case of Johnny Noviello

The death of Johnny Noviello, a Canadian citizen, in ICE custody on June 23, 2025, has become a rallying point for critics of the current system. Noviello’s family and supporters say his case highlights the dangers and lack of proper care in detention centers. Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand expressed condolences to Noviello’s family and promised that Canadian officials are seeking more information about his death.

This tragedy has raised urgent questions about:
– Medical care in ICE facilities
– Transparency

– Communication between U.S. and Canadian authorities about what happens to detainees

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Over 50 Canadians Held in ICE Custody Amid Legal Uncertainty

Why is the Canadian government not doing something about this?  Why even negotiate a trade deal while this is going on?  

Noviello probably stuck his nose where it doesn't belong.

Again, stop breaking our immigration laws. There's no more f*cking around. 

[paxamericana]

1 hour ago, blackbird said:

Over 50 Canadians Held in ICE Custody Amid Legal Uncertainty

This is a problem how? They are lucky to get a free stay at Alligator Alcatraz courtesy of American taxpayers. 

[Moonlight Graham]

The OP is like saying "50 Canadians held in US prisons amid legal uncertainty because they stole gum from stores in the US".

If you're a Canadian who is in the US illegally and thus broken their laws you have created your own problems.  Hopefully the law is and will be applied fairly.

[robosmith]

2 hours ago, paxamericana said:

This is a problem how? They are lucky to get a free stay at Alligator Alcatraz courtesy of American taxpayers. 

Thanks for demonstrating just how lDIOTIC you are. You probably don't even know that camp has been flooded.

Is Alligator Alcatraz already flooded?

 

 

The hastily constructed detention camp in the Everglades that began processing immigrant detainees late this week has already flooded once, may not meet hurricane codes and is not officially approved or funded by the federal government.3 days ago

Heat, storms, mosquitos the big threats at Alligator Alcatraz ...

Only an lDIOT would want to stay there. 🤮

 

 

 

 

[Nationalist]

4 hours ago, robosmith said:

Thanks for demonstrating just how lDIOTIC you are. You probably don't even know that camp has been flooded.

Is Alligator Alcatraz already flooded?

 

 

The hastily constructed detention camp in the Everglades that began processing immigrant detainees late this week has already flooded once, may not meet hurricane codes and is not officially approved or funded by the federal government.3 days ago

Heat, storms, mosquitos the big threats at Alligator Alcatraz ...

Only an lDIOT would want to stay there. 🤮

 

 

 

 

 

 

[gatomontes99]

9 hours ago, blackbird said:

Johnny Noviello, a Canadian, died in ICE custody on June 23, prompting scrutiny of detention conditions.

Dude was a drug trafficker that died of natural causes:

https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/crime/2025/06/26/canadian-who-died-in-ice-custody-daytona-drug-trafficker/84377246007/

Johnny Noviello was being held at the Bureau of Prisons Federal Detention Center in Miami pending deportation proceedings when he was found unresponsive June 23 at 12:54 p.m., the release stated.

Medical staff immediately responded, called 911, and began administering CPR and a defibrillator, according to the release.

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Your article tries to make it sound like ICE is killing people in custody. What a pathetic hit piece. Look at his pic. He probably had a heart attack. He was a drug dealer so he probably was using some kind of shìt and he was obese. He had a heart attack until the autopsy says other wise. 

5 hours ago, robosmith said:

Thanks for demonstrating just how lDIOTIC you are. You probably don't even know that camp has been flooded.

Is Alligator Alcatraz already flooded?

 

 

The hastily constructed detention camp in the Everglades that began processing immigrant detainees late this week has already flooded once, may not meet hurricane codes and is not officially approved or funded by the federal government.3 days ago

Heat, storms, mosquitos the big threats at Alligator Alcatraz ...

Only an lDIOT would want to stay there. 🤮

You are such a liar:

https://cbs12.com/news/local/alligator-alcatraz-detention-facility-approved-plans-to-be-operational-by-early-july-florida-everglades-alligator-undocumented-migrants-uthmeier-attorney-general-june-23-2025

EVERGLADES, Fla. (CBS12) — A new detention facility nestled in the heart of the Everglades and surrounded by predators, named "Alligator Alcatraz," was approved by the federal government on Monday morning. 

[Deluge]

7 hours ago, robosmith said:

Thanks for demonstrating just how lDIOTIC you are. You probably don't even know that camp has been flooded.

Is Alligator Alcatraz already flooded?

 

 

The hastily constructed detention camp in the Everglades that began processing immigrant detainees late this week has already flooded once, may not meet hurricane codes and is not officially approved or funded by the federal government.3 days ago

Heat, storms, mosquitos the big threats at Alligator Alcatraz ...

Only an lDIOT would want to stay there. 🤮

It's a transitioning facility for those too stupid to self-deport.  

[blackbird]

3 hours ago, gatomontes99 said:

Dude was a drug trafficker that died of natural causes:

It appears he was on probation and did not violate any conditions of his probation.  So he was arrested and imprisoned illegally.   You are assuming he died of natural causes, but that has not been proven and is under investigation.  He was only 49.   He suffered from epilepsy and may not have received the necessary medications.  

He was also forced to share a cell with a least one other person, which could lead to unpredictable results.

"

Investigation underway

Despite having Canadian citizenship, Noviello had been in the U.S. since 1988 and became a lawful permanent resident in 1991, the release says.

Noviello was being detained by ICE "pending removal proceedings," the agency's news release said. 

In an interview with CBC's Power & Politics, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said consular officials had been in touch with Noviello as soon as they heard of his detention.

"At this point we are also seeking additional information relating to the circumstances of his passing away, and I'd like to extend my condolences to his family," she said.

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra posted a statement on social media saying his team is following the investigation into Noviello's death. 

"We will keep the Canadian government informed as ICE completes its investigation," he wrote in a post on X.

ICE crackdown

Noviello's death comes as ICE agents are making sweeping arrests across the United States.

Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff and the main architect of U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies, has pushed ICE to aim for at least 3,000 arrests a day, up from about 650 a day during the first five months of Trump's second term.

Canadian dies while in ICE custody in Florida, U.S. agency says

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Lawyer and policy analyst Richard Kurland says Noviello's criminal history means that he meets Trump's profile for priority removal.

He says the president's focus on deporting criminals and "mass detention" comes with "great risk" to those in custody.

"You do not enjoy the luxury of isolated cells," said Kurland. "You're going to have physical interactions between detainees."

Other Canadians detained

Noviello isn't the only Canadian to have been arrested in the U.S. since the ICE sweeps began.

Global Affairs Canada told CBC News in a statement that it is aware of "several dozen cases of Canadians currently in immigration-related detention in the U.S."

One Canadian, Jasmine Mooney from B.C., was arrested and held for nearly two weeks after trying to get a work visa renewed. She was released and returned to Canada in mid-March.   unquote

Canadian who died in ICE custody lived a 'simple life,' his lawyer says | CBC News

Edited July 8, 2025 by blackbird

[Nationalist]

19 minutes ago, blackbird said:

It appears he was on probation and did not violate any conditions of his probation.  So he was arrested and imprisoned illegally.   You are assuming he died of natural causes, but that has not been proven and is under investigation.  He was only 49.   He suffered from epilepsy and may not have received the necessary medications.  

He was also forced to share a cell with a least one other person, which could lead to unpredictable results.

"

Investigation underway

Despite having Canadian citizenship, Noviello had been in the U.S. since 1988 and became a lawful permanent resident in 1991, the release says.

Noviello was being detained by ICE "pending removal proceedings," the agency's news release said. 

In an interview with CBC's Power & Politics, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said consular officials had been in touch with Noviello as soon as they heard of his detention.

"At this point we are also seeking additional information relating to the circumstances of his passing away, and I'd like to extend my condolences to his family," she said.

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra posted a statement on social media saying his team is following the investigation into Noviello's death. 

"We will keep the Canadian government informed as ICE completes its investigation," he wrote in a post on X.

ICE crackdown

Noviello's death comes as ICE agents are making sweeping arrests across the United States.

Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff and the main architect of U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies, has pushed ICE to aim for at least 3,000 arrests a day, up from about 650 a day during the first five months of Trump's second term.

Canadian dies while in ICE custody in Florida, U.S. agency says

ICE arrests 84 people in raid at Louisiana racetrack

Lawyer and policy analyst Richard Kurland says Noviello's criminal history means that he meets Trump's profile for priority removal.

He says the president's focus on deporting criminals and "mass detention" comes with "great risk" to those in custody.

"You do not enjoy the luxury of isolated cells," said Kurland. "You're going to have physical interactions between detainees."

Other Canadians detained

Noviello isn't the only Canadian to have been arrested in the U.S. since the ICE sweeps began.

Global Affairs Canada told CBC News in a statement that it is aware of "several dozen cases of Canadians currently in immigration-related detention in the U.S."

One Canadian, Jasmine Mooney from B.C., was arrested and held for nearly two weeks after trying to get a work visa renewed. She was released and returned to Canada in mid-March.   unquote

Canadian who died in ICE custody lived a 'simple life,' his lawyer says | CBC News

Let me guess.

You blame Trump for trying to clean up Brandon's mess?

[blackbird]

Just now, Nationalist said:

Let me guess.

You blame Trump for trying to clean up Brandon's mess?

So you have a convicted felon deciding who should be illegally seized, locked up and deported.   You seriously think a convicted felon is doing a better job than Biden?  Noviello received permanent residency status in 1991, that is 34 years ago and was on probation and not violating any condition of his probation.  So he was illegally arrested and imprisoned where he died at age 49.  Was he given his necessary medications for epilepsy?  What interaction was there with others in his cell?

What happens to convicted felons who hold permanent resident status?  Can you guess?

[Nationalist]

2 minutes ago, blackbird said:

So you have a convicted felon deciding who should be illegally seized, locked up and deported.   You seriously think a convicted felon is doing a better job than Biden?  Noviello received permanent residency status in 1991, that is 34 years ago and was on probation and not violating any condition of his probation.  So he was illegally arrested and imprisoned where he died at age 49.  Was he given his necessary medications for epilepsy?  What interaction was there with others in his cell?

What happens to convicted felons who hold permanent resident status?  Can you guess?

Lol...cry me a river Limpy.

[Deluge]

1 minute ago, blackbird said:

So you have a convicted felon deciding who should be illegally seized, locked up and deported.   You seriously think a convicted felon is doing a better job than Biden?  Noviello received permanent residency status in 1991, that is 34 years ago and was on probation and not violating any condition of his probation.  So he was illegally arrested and imprisoned where he died at age 49.  Was he given his necessary medications for epilepsy?  What interaction was there with others in his cell?

What happens to convicted felons who hold permanent resident status?  Can you guess?

No, we have a survivor of US lawfare and two assassination attempts executing our nation's border laws. And thanks to the treason of democrats and their allies in the media, his job is a lot more difficult. 

ALL non-citizens are on the table. If the guy really wanted citizenship he could've gotten it. It takes about 20 years for the dumbest of Green Card holders and he couldn't (or wouldn't) do it in 34. Why? 

[gatomontes99]

29 minutes ago, blackbird said:

It appears he was on probation and did not violate any conditions of his probation.

Probation doesn't mean he cant be deported. 

30 minutes ago, blackbird said:

So he was arrested and imprisoned illegally.   

Based on what evidence? 

30 minutes ago, blackbird said:

You are assuming he died of natural causes, but that has not been proven and is under investigation. 

K.I.S.S. 

He was a drug trafficker, obese and probably a drug user. He most likely died of natural causes.

31 minutes ago, blackbird said:

He was only 49. 

So? 

32 minutes ago, blackbird said:

He suffered from epilepsy and may not have received the necessary medications.  

Why do you assume that? Because you hope it is true? 

 

32 minutes ago, blackbird said:

He was also forced to share a cell with a least one other person, which could lead to unpredictable results.

If you are trying to get me to feel sympathy for someone that is selling deadly drugs to our kids and poor, you have very long odds. 

The reality, of your post, is that you hate Trump, have TDS and will cling to anything that you think might harm his reputation. 

7 minutes ago, blackbird said:

So you have a convicted felon deciding who should be illegally seized, locked up and deported.   You seriously think a convicted felon is doing a better job than Biden?

Fuçk yea I do!

[blackbird]

9 minutes ago, Nationalist said:

Lol...cry me a river Limpy.

That's reveals the level of intelligence of you, Gatomontes99, and Deluge.  That's all you've got.  Three of a kind.

[blackbird]

7 minutes ago, gatomontes99 said:

Based on what evidence? 

To arrest and imprison people, you have to have evidence that they committed a serious enough crime.  There was no evidence of anything.  They arrest anybody.  Nobody's has any rights.

[blackbird]

15 minutes ago, gatomontes99 said:

If you are trying to get me to feel sympathy for someone that is selling deadly drugs to our kids and poor, you have very long odds. 

You are a liar.  He was on probation and following the conditions of that.  He was not selling drugs to anybody.  That means you are lying.

15 minutes ago, gatomontes99 said:

and will cling to anything that you think might harm his reputation. 

His criminal record is legally established.   Why are you lying about it?  Get a grip man!

Edited July 8, 2025 by blackbird

[gatomontes99]

2 minutes ago, blackbird said:

To arrest and imprison people, you have to have evidence that they committed a serious enough crime.  There was no evidence of anything.  They arrest anybody.  Nobody's has any rights.

Based on what? Where do you get information that leads to that conclusion?

https://www.voanews.com/a/under-what-circumstances-can-a-us-green-card-be-revoked/8009714.html

“It’s not that common, but it also isn’t rare. People lose their green cards most often when they’re convicted of crimes. … A green card is not citizenship. It’s seen as a privilege that you earn, but you can also lose it if you engage in conduct that is contrary to the conditions that green card holders live under,” she said.

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If you sell drugs, you lose your green card. Done. 

So what are you basing your assertion that his arrest wasn't valid? 

5 minutes ago, blackbird said:

You are a liar.  He was on probation and following the conditions of that.  He was not selling drugs to anybody.  That means you are lying.

He was on probation because he was convicted of selling drugs. How is it lying to say he was selling drugs? 

[blackbird]

Just now, gatomontes99 said:

If you sell drugs, you lose your green card. Done. 

So what are you basing your assertion that his arrest wasn't valid? 

Of course it was illegal to arrest him.  He was a permanent resident for 34 years.  He was on probation but following the conditions of his probation.  So he was arbitrarily arrested because of something in his past record, not his present behavior or situation.  

The legal system is completely non-existent to protect people from arbitrary arrest and detention.  You are defending a totalitarian, corrupt system.

[TreeBeard]

They’re in a country trending towards fascist tendencies.  If you don’t want to take a chance, then the solution is to leave.  

[Deluge]

18 minutes ago, blackbird said:

That's reveals the level of intelligence of you, Gatomontes99, and Deluge.  That's all you've got.  Three of a kind.

blackbird thinks his opinions matter. 

[gatomontes99]

1 minute ago, blackbird said:

Of course it was illegal to arrest him.  He was a permanent resident for 34 years.  He was on probation but following the conditions of his probation.  So he was arbitrarily arrested because of something in his past record, not his present behavior or situation.  

We don't have precrime. He was arrested to be deported. He likely lost his residency status because of his crime for which he was convicted.

 

2 minutes ago, blackbird said:

The legal system is completely non-existent to protect people from arbitrary arrest and detention.  You are defending a totalitarian, corrupt system.

So, I provide data indicating your presumption are wrong and that makes the system totalitarian? What a joke. You have nothing that even suggests there was impropriety. Its just you and your assumptions.

[Nationalist]

21 minutes ago, blackbird said:

That's reveals the level of intelligence of you, Gatomontes99, and Deluge.  That's all you've got.  Three of a kind.

And you Limpy. You cry over the expulsion of criminals. That makes you...stupid.

[Deluge]

5 minutes ago, blackbird said:

Of course it was illegal to arrest him.  He was a permanent resident for 34 years.  He was on probation but following the conditions of his probation.  So he was arbitrarily arrested because of something in his past record, not his present behavior or situation.  

The legal system is completely non-existent to protect people from arbitrary arrest and detention.  You are defending a totalitarian, corrupt system.

You clearly don't have all the information, so why are you stamping your feet like a b*tch? You and LinkMissing60, need to find a corner and have a good cry together. 

The legal system has overstepped its bounds, and now those communist pretenders have to suck it. 

Just sit down, shut the f*ck up, and watch Trump go to work on the abusers. It's really quite fascinating to watch if you aren't a diaper doper.