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.
Day 1: Foundations and Frameworks (4.5 Hours)
Introduction to H&C Grounds for Immigration: Exploring the foundations under IRPA and IRPR.
Program Delivery Instructions: Operational guidelines and procedures for H&C applications.
Relevant Court Cases: Key court decisions and their impact on H&C applications.
Interactive Workshop: Practical case studies and scenario analysis.
The Best Interests of a Child: Understanding how children's interests are considered and prioritized in H&C applications.
The Standard of Proof in H&C: Examining the evidence required to meet the threshold for H&C considerations.
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)
Special Cases - De facto family members, Former Canadian Citizens, and more...
Factors in Assessing H&C Applications: Comprehensive review of the factors influencing the assessment and outcome of H&C applications.
Hands-On Training: Engaging exercises and group discussions on applying these principles in practice.
The Application Process for Inside Canada PR: Detailed guidance through the application steps, emphasizing critical considerations.
H&C Applications from Outside Canada: Approaches for managing foreign applications, including overcoming common obstacles.
Engaging with the Immigration Appeal Division: Techniques for appealing H&C decisions and effective representation.
Responding to Procedural Fairness Letters and Unique Cases: Crafting responses and confidently handling challenging scenarios.
Practical Tips and Q&A: Final thoughts, sharing best practices, and addressing participant queries.
