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American man who kayaked to Canada says he's claimed asylum, wants to find peace (www.cbc.ca)
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[–] Deceptichum@quokk.au 23 points 8 months ago

Livers says he fears retribution after criticizing a non-profit group in Michigan that provides service dogs and works with the state government.

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For now, he's staying at the Downtown Mission, a shelter in Windsor's core, and says his experience in Canada has been great so far. He misses his dog Orthos and the friend who's caring for him, though.

He knows getting refugee protection will be hard, but says he's up for the challenge.

"I just don't want to get killed and I hate looking over my shoulder," he said. "I promise I'll do everything I can to be a good Canadian and I will defend your border, I swear."

This sounds a bit like a mental issue? I hope the guy is able to get some help in Canada that he couldn't in the US.