Challenging Unfair Visitor Visa Refusal via Judicial Review
Applying for a visitor visa to Canada should be a straightforward process when you have a strong history of travel and solid finances. However, even the most qualified applicants can face unfair refusals. Recent client experience Recently, our firm represented...
Refusal of Humanitarian & Compassionate Permanent Residence Application Summary
Who are the Applicants This case featured an application for judicial review of the refusal of Mr. Eseyas Ghebremichael Ketem’s Refusal of Humanitarian & Compassionate Permanent Residence Application. When Mr. Ketem applied, he applied as the principal applicant...
Immigration Case Summary with Costs Awarded
This case pertains to a unique immigration application for judicial review which was allowed and awarded costs. In this application the applicant is an Algerian citizen named Smail Khaniche. Mr. Khaniche had planned on visiting his brother who lives in Canada and...
Successful case where a client secured Convention refugee status
The successful recent appeal for one of our clients marks another successful case where our client secured Convention refugee status after the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) initially refused the claim. Chaudhary Law Office successfully argued that the RPD’s...
Delayed Permanent Residence Application and Mandamus
Oftentimes immigration applications like permanent residence applications unreasonable delay can occur and be the reason for applications not being processed. This case is a strong example of that. The Applicant in this case, sent in a permanent residence (PR)...
Fraud, Caps, and Bill C-12: Navigating Canada’s Stricter Immigration Reality
Navigating Canada’s stricter immigration policy in 2025 requires notice: the rules of the game have fundamentally changed. The era of high-volume, post-pandemic admissions is over, and the long-reliable “study, work, stay” pathway has been...
Refused Humanitarian and Compassionate Application Case Summary
Applicants’ Backgrounds This application was sent to find that after being refused, the applicants had the necessary humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) cause for their permanent residence applications to be accepted. It was also sent to determine the...
Spousal Sponsorship Simplified: The Key Differences Between Spouses, Common-Law, and Conjugal Partners
When discussing Canadian immigration, one of the most important family reunification pathways is sponsorship for a spouse or partner. Although it may appear straightforward, Canadian immigration law establishes clear distinctions between spouses, common-law partners,...
Canadian Immigration and Border News October 7-14, 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) UpdatesIn early October 2025, IRCC conducted multiple Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws with Ontario, Alberta, Manitoba, and Newfoundland and Labrador collectively issuing 3,991 invitations to apply for...
Intra-Company Transfers to Canada: How to Get a Work Permit
Relocating employees from one branch of a company to another is a long-standing practice in global business. In Canada, this process is regulated under the intra-company transfer program. This article explains what an intra-company transfer in Canada is, eligibility...
Help with IRCC Procedural Fairness Letter: PFL Challenge and Success
Seeking Help with IRCC Procedural Fairness Letter? Recently, a client found success in her spousal sponsorship case. She submitted an application for permanent residency with her husband, a Canadian permanent resident as her sponsor. Her husband had previously...
IRCC AI in Canadian Immigration: Efficiency, Privacy, and Bias
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has increasingly integrated artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-support systems into its immigration processing infrastructure. While the primary purpose has been to enhance efficiency, reduce...
The Dangers of AI in obtaining Legal Advice
(Kevser Oz an intern assisted with this blog) Artificial intelligence is being used more and more in the legal field, but its role raises ethical questions. While AI can be used for organizational tasks, replying on it for client advice, citations and legal cases has...
Canada Immigration News September 2025: Express Entry, Delays & Student Rules
Source: Official Government Reports and Immigration Data Recent Express Entry Draws Highlight Skilled Occupation Focus A series of Express Entry draws held over the past week have seen varied trends in the issuance of Invitations to Apply (ITAs). On September 18,...
The Easiest Province to Get PR in Canada in 2025
When individuals plan to immigrate to Canada, one of the most important considerations is determining which province provides the most straightforward pathway to permanent residency. The criteria vary, but certain provinces remain consistently popular for offering...
What is the U.S. Immigration “Gold Card” Program?
When discussions about immigration reform make headlines, most people expect debates about border security, work visas, or family sponsorships. Rarely does a completely new concept capture so much attention as the proposed Gold Card program. In early 2025, President...
Educational Credential Assessment for Canada Immigration
When you start looking into immigrating to Canada, there’s one step that often catches people off guard. It’s called an Educational Credential Assessment, and if you’re planning to move to Canada through most skilled worker programs, you’ll probably need...
Who can get refugee protection in Canada?
When you claim asylum in Canada, you’re not just filling out forms. You’re asking for protection because going back to your home country isn’t safe. Maybe it’s persecution or the risk of cruel punishment. Regardless of the reason, claiming asylum, also called...
