Guidelines for Minors Traveling to Canada as Visitors

Traveling to Canada with minor children requires careful planning and adherence to specific guidelines to ensure a smooth entry into the country. In this article, we will outline the necessary documents and authorization procedures for minors traveling alone or with accompanying adults other than their parents or legal guardians. Minors

July 13, 2023

Court Decision: Visitor Visa and Financial Situation

Introduction and Summary of the Case In the case of Singh v Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2023 FC 497, the applicants, Samunder Singh, his wife Lajwinder Kaur, and their minor child, were citizens of India and sought judicial review of individual decisions by a visa officer dated June 3, 2022.

July 12, 2023

Court Decision: Visa Officer’s and Procedural Fairness

Introduction Most of our visa refusal cases which are taken to the Federal Court for judicial review deal with whether or not the visa officer’s decision was reasonable. However, there may be times where a visa officer has breached procedural fairness by treating the applicant unfairly. We will explore our

July 11, 2023

Temporary Special Measures to Support Iranian Nationals

Temporary Special Measures to Support Iranian Nationals In response to the ongoing situation in Iran, the Government of Canada has introduced temporary special measures. These measures aim to support Iranian temporary residents in Canada, along with Canadian citizens and permanent residents living in Iran. They address concerns of individuals who

July 10, 2023

Making a Refugee Claim inside Canada – Convention Refugee

Who is a Convention Refugee? They fear persecution because of their race. They fear persecution because of their religion. They fear persecution because of their political opinion. They fear persecution because of their nationality. They fear persecution because of belonging to a social group. Who is Not a Convention Refugee?

July 10, 2023

Court Decision Overturned: Study Permit Denial for MBA Applicant Quashed

Introduction In a recent court decision, an MBA applicant, Farshid Safarian, successfully challenged the denial of his study permit. The decision, issued by Justice Sébastien Grammond of the Federal Court, overturned the initial refusal by a Visa Officer and ordered a redetermination of the case. This blog post will provide

July 10, 2023

The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) in Canada

A Pathway to Work Experience and Permanent Residency The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is a valuable opportunity for international students who have graduated from a participating Canadian post-secondary institution. This work permit allows them to gain valuable Canadian work experience, which can be instrumental in their journey towards permanent residency

July 10, 2023

Court Decision Grants Judicial Review for Study Permit Refusal

Are you an international student planning to study in Canada? Understanding the study permit application process and the factors that

June 23, 2023

Court Decision on Start-up Business Class Application

In a recent court decision, the Federal Court of Canada reviewed a judicial review application regarding a Start-up Business Class

June 16, 2023

I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your family ties in Canada and in your country of residence.

Introduction We often get inquiries from visa applicants who have faced the disappointment of a Canadian visa rejection. One of the common reasons quoted by visa officers is, “I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the

June 14, 2023

Court Grants Judicial Review in Study Permit Application Refusal

Introduction In a recent court decision, the Honourable Mr. Justice Ahmed granted the application for judicial review filed by Arezoo Dadras Nia, an Iranian citizen seeking a study permit in Canada. The court found that the visa officer’s decision to refuse the study permit application was unreasonable due to an

June 13, 2023

Understanding the Court Decision on Permanent Residency for Self-Employed Persons in Canada

Introduction Are you an aspiring self-employed individual looking to obtain permanent residency in Canada? Understanding the legal landscape and recent court decisions can be crucial for a successful application process. In this blog post, we will discuss a recent court decision (2022 FC 1586) that involved an application for permanent

June 12, 2023

Pax Law Triumphs in Study Permit Appeal Case: A Win for Justice and Fairness

In a major victory for the pursuit of education and fairness, our team at Pax Law Corporation, guided by Samin Mortazavi, recently achieved a significant triumph in a study permit appeal case, highlighting our commitment to justice in Canadian immigration law. This case – Zeinab Vahdati and Vahid Rostami versus

June 8, 2023

A Landmark Decision: An In-depth Look into the Rahmati v. The Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Case

Pax Law is dedicated to providing insightful and thorough updates on immigration law in Canada. One significant case that’s recently caught our attention is Solmaz Asadi Rahmati v The Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, which sheds light on the Canadian study permit application process and the legal principles around it.

June 5, 2023

Study Permit Appeal Win: A Significant Judicial Review Case Analysis

Karimi v. Canada (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship) On July 20, 2021, a compelling judgement was made in the case of IMM-1372-21, a decision that provided a significant outcome for the applicant, Amirhomayoun Karimi. This case was presided over by the Honourable Mr. Justice Manson in Vancouver, British Columbia. Karimi, represented

June 5, 2023