Why “schengen” is being discussed
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I'm not sure if you're aware but Spain is part of the Schengen free travel area.
by mitxela · Sep 21, 2026
This is pretty a common misconception. Schengen area only refers to the fact that there are no border checks between two countries which are in that area - it's just like an int…
by danmaz74 · Sep 17, 2026
Schengen isn't necessary for freedom of movement, FWIW
by rsynnott · Sep 17, 2026
Schengen is pretty strict in that it's a full people/money/goods zone all together. It'd require Canada pretty much all going in on EU laws. Much more likely is looser…
by hylaride · Sep 17, 2026
Schengen looks like a stretch, considering the geographic situation, but free movement is achievable, if both want it.
by danmaz74 · Sep 17, 2026
Man, I'd love if Canada became part of Schengen and had freedom of movement for workers as well.
by _ink_ · Sep 17, 2026
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