Refugee Reform
Q. I understand the government has changed the law.I am seeking refugee status and have put in a humanitarian case too.Now I cannot have both? I am being told I should make…
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29
Apr
2010
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29
Apr
2010
Which Officer Assesses Excessive Demand in Medical Immigration Cases?
In Sapru, Justice Mosley asserted that, following Hilewitz, it is the medical officer’s obligation to perform a complete analysis of all relevant factors, medical and non-medical. He reasoned that because a person needs a medical certificate…
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29
Apr
2010
Is My Sister in Danger of Losing her Citizenship?
Q. Nine years ago, one of my siblings came to Canada as a refugee and eventually became a Canadian Citizen. When she came here as a refugee, she did not disclose her…
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6
Apr
2010
Refugee Reform . . . the beginning of a critical process . . .
The proposed reforms in Bill C-11 will affect thousands of people and significantly alter how certain persons are treated under Canadian immigration and refugee law. But there is one case we should…
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28
Mar
2010
Permanent Residency Cards
Q. I have lived outside Canada for more than three years. Now I am back in Canada. Will it be a problem for me to renew my Permanent resident card as it…
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15
Mar
2010
Dual Intent
Q. I was reading your articles in the 24 hour newspaper and was wondering whether you could help me with a situation for my brother. He has sponsored his wife two years ago…
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5
Mar
2010
Winter Olympics 2
Q. I am a sports fan and at this time of the year I am fascinated by the Winter Olympics hosted by Canada in the beautiful city of Vancouver. As I sit…
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5
Mar
2010
Winter Olympics
Q. I am from China and an avid sports fan. This bleak February month is lighted by the Winter Olympics hosted by Vancouver. I watch the many sportswomen and men taking part…
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19
Feb
2010
Keep a Copy of Your Full Application & Supporting Documents!
One of the most challenging aspects of assisting many immigration, citizenship and protected person applicants is that they do not keep a copy of their applications and supporting documents (old passports in…
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16
Feb
2010
Separated Spouses
Q. I am from China and would like to apply for permanent resident status. My wife and I are separated for two years and I do not know how to declare her,…
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