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Driving without a valid driver’s licence in Vancouver

Driving without a valid licence is an offence under the Motor Vehicle Act. Penalties for unlicenced driving are serious. First offence: Police will issue you a violation ticket the first time they find you driving unlicenced. They will not permit you to continue driving. Second offence: With a second offence police will: Impound the car you were driving for 7 days, whether or not you own it. Prohibit you from driving until you have a …

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Skilled immigration can be a complex and confusing process

Skilled immigration can be a complex and confusing process, with various streams and categories to consider. In British Columbia, there are several streams available for skilled immigrants, each with its own set of eligibility criteria and requirements. In this blog post, we will compare the Health Authority, Entry Level and Semi-Skilled (ELSS), International Graduate, International Post-Graduate, and BC PNP Tech streams of skilled immigration to help you understand which one may be right for you.

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Officer’s reasoning exhibits a “foray into career counselling” that lacks reasonableness

FEDERAL COURT SOLICITORS OF RECORD DOCKET: IMM-1305-22  STYLE OF CAUSE: AREZOO DADRAS NIA v THE MINISTER OF CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION  PLACE OF HEARING: BY VIDECONFERENCE  DATE OF HEARING: SEPTEMBER 8, 2022  JUDGMENT AND REASONS: AHMED J.  DATED: NOVEMBER 29, 2022 APPEARANCES: Samin Mortazavi  FOR THE APPLICANT  Nima Omidi  FOR THE RESPONDENT  SOLICITORS OF RECORD: Pax Law CorporationBarristers and SolicitorsNorth Vancouver, British Columbia  FOR THE APPLICANT  Attorney General of CanadaVancouver, British Columbia FOR THE RESPONDENT  Another winning …

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Blog Post for Canadian Immigration Lawyer: How to Overturn a Study Permit Refusal Decision

Are you a foreign national seeking a study permit in Canada? Have you recently received a refusal decision from a visa officer? It can be disheartening to have your dreams of studying in Canada put on hold. However, there is hope. In this blog post, we will discuss a recent court decision that overturned a study permit refusal and explore the grounds on which the decision was challenged. If you’re looking for guidance on how to navigate the study permit application process and overcome a refusal, keep reading.

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Permanent Residency of Canada through Skilled Worker Stream

Immigrating to British Columbia (B.C.) through the Skilled Worker stream can be a great option for individuals who have the skills and experience necessary to contribute to the province’s economy. In this blog post, we will provide an overview of the Skilled Worker stream, explain how to apply, and provide some tips to help you successfully navigate the process. The Skilled Worker stream is part of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), which …

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Court Decision: Applicant’s Study Permit Application Granted by Federal Court

Introduction In a recent court decision, the Federal Court granted a judicial review application filed by Arezoo Dadras Nia, an Iranian citizen seeking a study permit in Canada. The court found the decision of the visa officer to be unreasonable and lacking in rational analysis based on the evidence presented. This blog post provides a summary of the court decision and explores the key factors considered by the court. If you are a prospective student …

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Canadian Court Grants Judicial Review in Immigration Case: Study Permit and Visa Refusals Set Aside

Introduction: In a recent court decision, the Honourable Justice Fuhrer granted a judicial review application filed by Fatemeh Jalilvand and her co-applicant children, Amir Arsalan Jalilvand Bin Saiful Zamri and Mehr Ayleen Jalilvand. The applicants sought to challenge the refusals of their study permit and temporary resident visa applications by the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration. This blog post provides a summary of the court decision, highlighting the key issues raised and the reasons for …

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Understanding the Refusal of a Study Permit Application in Canada: A Case Analysis

Introduction: In a recent court decision, Justice Pallotta analyzed the case of Keivan Zeinali, an Iranian citizen whose study permit application for a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) program in Canada was refused by an immigration officer. This blog post examines the key arguments raised by Mr. Zeinali, the reasoning behind the officer’s decision, and the judge’s ruling on the matter. Background Keivan Zeinali, a 32-year-old Iranian citizen, was accepted into an MBA program at …

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Court Decision Summary: Study Permit Application Refusal

Background The court began by outlining the background of the case. Zeinab Yaghoobi Hasanalideh, an Iranian citizen, applied for a study permit in Canada. However, her application was refused by an immigration officer. The officer based the decision on the applicant’s ties in both Canada and Iran and the purpose of her visit. Dissatisfied with the decision, Hasanalideh sought judicial review, claiming that the decision was unreasonable and failed to consider her strong ties and …

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Rejected Study Permit Court Hearing: Seyedsalehi v. Canada

In a recent court hearing, Mr. Samin Mortazavi successfully appealed a rejected study permit in the Federal Court of Canada. The Applicant was a citizen of Iran currently residing in Malaysia, and their study permit was refused by IRCC. The Applicant sought judicial review of the refusal, raising the issues of reasonableness and breach of procedural fairness. After hearing both sides’ submissions, the Court was satisfied that the Applicant had met the obligation of establishing …

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