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Misrepresentation
Section 40 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, in plain language.
Misrepresentation can involve directly or indirectly providing false information or withholding material information that is relevant to the administration of Canadian immigration law.
The consequences can be serious, including a period of inadmissibility. The exact facts and the decision record must be reviewed before any next step is chosen. No professional can promise that a finding will be removed.
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Inadmissibility
Understanding the ground of inadmissibility is the first step.
- Criminal inadmissibility
- Medical inadmissibility
- Misrepresentation
- Security concerns
- Previous immigration violations
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Procedural Fairness Letters
A PFL is a chance to respond to an officer’s concerns before a decision. It requires careful attention to:
- Officer concerns
- Evidence
- Deadlines
- Legal and factual response
- Supporting documentation
Refusals
Before You Reapply, Understand What Went Wrong.
A refusal is information. Reviewing it carefully helps avoid repeating the same problems.
- Refusal review
- Officer reasoning
- Missing evidence
- Eligibility concerns
- Documentation issues
- Potential strategy for next steps
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Criminal Inadmissibility
Past offences may affect entry to Canada. Options depend on the offence, timing, and evidence.
- Criminal Rehabilitation
- Temporary Resident Permit
- Canadian equivalency assessment where relevant
- Supporting documentation
Some matters may require legal advice or representation from an immigration lawyer depending on the circumstances and scope of the matter.
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Temporary Resident Permit
A TRP may allow a person who is otherwise inadmissible to enter or remain in Canada for a specific purpose and period, where the need to be in Canada outweighs the concerns. It is discretionary and approval is never guaranteed.
Federal Court matters and some complex matters may fall outside the scope of RCIC practice. Where appropriate, an authorized immigration lawyer may be required. No outcome is guaranteed.
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