Introduction In a recent Federal Court decision, Safarian v Canada (MCI), 2023 FC 775, the Federal Court challenged the excessive use of boilerplate or bald statements and examined the denial of a study permit to the Applicant, Mr. Safarian. The decision shed light on the requirements for reasonable decision-making by Read more…
Canada’s visitor visa, also known as a temporary resident visa, offers individuals from foreign countries the opportunity to visit Canada for a temporary period. Whether it’s for tourism, visiting family or friends, attending business meetings, or engaging in short-term activities, this visa serves various purposes. This article will explore the Read more…
Introduction In this case, study permit and temporary resident visa applications were refused by an immigration officer due to an unreasonable assessment of the Study Permit. The officer based their decision on concerns about the applicants’ personal assets and financial status. Also, an officer doubted their intention to leave Canada Read more…
Studying in Canada as a minor comes with certain requirements and considerations. Understanding the rules and regulations surrounding study permits is essential for parents and guardians planning to enroll their children in educational institutions in Canada. We will outline the necessary steps and documentation needed for minors studying in Canada Read more…
Introduction Fatih Yuzer, a Turkish citizen, faced a setback when his application for a study permit in Canada was denied, and he applied for Judicial Review. Yuzer’s aspirations of advancing his architectural studies and enhancing his English proficiency in Canada were halted. He contended that similar programs were unavailable in Read more…
If your refugee claim is denied by the Refugee Protection Division, you may be able to appeal this decision at the Refugee Appeal Division. By doing this, you will have a chance to prove that the Refugee Protection Division has made a mistake in refusing your claim. You will also Read more…
Traveling to Canada with minor children requires careful planning and adherence to specific guidelines to ensure a smooth entry into the country. In this article, we will outline the necessary documents and authorization procedures for minors traveling alone or with accompanying adults other than their parents or legal guardians. Minors Read more…
Introduction and Summary of the Case In the case of Singh v Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2023 FC 497, the applicants, Samunder Singh, his wife Lajwinder Kaur, and their minor child, were citizens of India and sought judicial review of individual decisions by a visa officer dated June 3, 2022. Read more…
Introduction Most of our visa refusal cases which are taken to the Federal Court for judicial review deal with whether or not the visa officer’s decision was reasonable. However, there may be times where a visa officer has breached procedural fairness by treating the applicant unfairly. We will explore our Read more…
Temporary Special Measures to Support Iranian Nationals In response to the ongoing situation in Iran, the Government of Canada has introduced temporary special measures. These measures aim to support Iranian temporary residents in Canada, along with Canadian citizens and permanent residents living in Iran. They address concerns of individuals who Read more…