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Mastering H&C Applications: Practical Expertise & Hands-On Learning for Immigration Professionals
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Mastering H&C Applications: Practical Expertise & Hands-On Learning for Immigration Professionals
(Two Half Days)
CRAS
Dates:
Day 1: Saturday, May 18, 2024 (12:00PM to 4:30PM) EST
Day 2: Saturday, May 25, 2024 (12:00PM to 4:30PM) EST
Please note that this session is spread over two half-days, with dates and timings stated above.
CPD Hours: 9
About this Event
Target Audience:
This course is essential for Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs), legal practitioners, and any immigration professionals aiming to specialize in or deepen their understanding of humanitarian and compassionate considerations in Canadian immigration.
Description:
With up to two million temporary residents in Canada and a growing interest in permanent residency pathways, the role of humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) considerations has never been more critical. Designed by Al Parsai, a distinguished Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant known for his profound expertise and success in the field, this expanded nine-hour course is meticulously crafted to empower immigration professionals with the knowledge, skills, and practical insights required to navigate the complexities of H&C applications effectively.
Course Agenda:
Day 1: Foundations and Frameworks (4.5 Hours)
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Introduction to H&C Grounds for Immigration: Exploring the foundations under IRPA and IRPR.
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Program Delivery Instructions: Operational guidelines and procedures for H&C applications.
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Relevant Court Cases: Key court decisions and their impact on H&C applications.
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Interactive Workshop: Practical case studies and scenario analysis.
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The Best Interests of a Child: Understanding how children's interests are considered and prioritized in H&C applications.
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The Standard of Proof in H&C: Examining the evidence required to meet the threshold for H&C considerations.
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Inadmissibility Cases: Strategies for handling H&C applications involving inadmissible individuals.
Day 2: Advanced Topics and Application Mastery, Special Cases, and Appeals (4.5 Hours)
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Special Cases - De facto family members, Former Canadian Citizens, and more...
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Factors in Assessing H&C Applications: Comprehensive review of the factors influencing the assessment and outcome of H&C applications.
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Hands-On Training: Engaging exercises and group discussions on applying these principles in practice.
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The Application Process for Inside Canada PR: Detailed guidance through the application steps, emphasizing critical considerations.
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H&C Applications from Outside Canada: Approaches for managing foreign applications, including overcoming common obstacles.
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Engaging with the Immigration Appeal Division: Techniques for appealing H&C decisions and effective representation.
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Responding to Procedural Fairness Letters and Unique Cases: Crafting responses and confidently handling challenging scenarios.
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Practical Tips and Q&A: Final thoughts, sharing best practices, and addressing participant queries.
Al Parsai (LLM, MA, RCIC-IRB ) - Speaker/Presenter
We are pleased to introduce Al (Alireza) Parsai, a distinguished figure in the field of immigration, as the speaker for our session. Holding an impressive educational background with a BSc, MA, and an LL.M, Al has been a licensed Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC-IRB) since January 17, 2011. He is the founder of Parsai Immigration Services, a B Corp located in downtown Toronto at the Sheraton Centre Toronto.
Al's expertise is further highlighted by his role as an Adjunct Professor at Queen’s University Law School since 2022, and as an instructor at Ashton College since October 2016. His extensive experience is marked by his service to clients from 57 countries, showcasing his global impact in the field of immigration.
Al is also a prolific author, having penned the book "88 Tips on Immigration to Canada" and over 1500 articles and blog posts on immigration topics. His contributions extend to the realm of professional development, where he serves as an instructor for CPD courses approved by ICCRC, CICC, and some law societies. With such a rich background and wealth of knowledge, Al Parsai is uniquely positioned as a lead instructor of this course.
* This program does not require approval under Private Career Colleges Act (2005).
Videoconference information will be provided in an email once registration is complete.
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Ayyaz Qamar
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