Humanitarian and Refugee Immigration

Canada's Commitment to Refugees and Humanitarian Assistance

Canada has long been a champion of human rights, including the rights to life, freedom, and protection. Since signing the Geneva Convention's Status of Refugees in 1951, Canada has been dedicated to supporting refugees and humanitarian cases.

Refugee Protection:

Individuals who have fled their home countries due to a well-founded fear of persecution based on factors such as race, religion, social group, political opinion, gender, sexual orientation, or nationality, may seek refuge in Canada.

Asylum Process:

Those seeking asylum can present themselves at a Canadian port of entry or to authorities within Canada, such as the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) or Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Eligibility for asylum is determined based on evidence of persecution and undergoes thorough biometric, biographic, and security checks.

Refugee Sponsorship:

Canadians, communities, and organizations play a crucial role in sponsoring refugees, offering support with housing, finances, social integration, and essentials like food and clothing. Programs such as Groups of Five and the Blended Visa Office-Referred Program facilitate private and semi-private sponsorship, while corporations and organizations can also participate through various sponsorship agreements.

Appeals Process:

In the event of a denied asylum claim, individuals have the right to appeal to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) within 15 days of receiving the decision. The RAD typically decides within 90 days, unless an oral hearing is necessary.