Pax Law Legal Encyclopedia
Welcome to the legal reference library of Pax Law Corporation. This encyclopedia provides clear, authoritative definitions of key Canadian legal terms across immigration, refugee protection, family law, and civil litigation—grounded directly in federal statutes and judicial precedents.
Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA)
What a Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) is in Canada: who can apply, the 12-month bar, the 15-day window, the new
Judicial Review
Judicial review of Canadian immigration decisions: IRPA s. 72 leave and 15/60-day deadlines, grounds of review, Vavilov, and possible outcomes.
Mandamus
What mandamus is in Canadian immigration law: the Federal Courts Act basis, the eight Apotex requirements, unreasonable delay and security
Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C)
An in-depth overview of permanent residence on Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) grounds under Section 25 of the IRPA, exploring key
Asylum
An authoritative legal guide to seeking asylum in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), examining eligibility criteria,
