When Immigration Delays Become Unreasonable: Federal Court Remedies Explained
For many applicants, the hardest part of Canada’s immigration process isn’t the paperwork — it’s the waiting. Applications can sit for months or years without movement. When those delays become unreasonable, the Federal Court offers a legal remedy: the Mandamus application. What Is a Mandamus? A Mandamus is a court order compelling the government to act — in this […]
Judicial Review vs. Appeal — Choosing the Right Path to Challenge an Immigration Decision
When an immigration or refugee application is refused, clients often ask: “Can I appeal this decision?” The truth is, not all refusals are appealable — but many can be challenged through judicial review at the Federal Court of Canada. Understanding the distinction between an appeal and a judicial review is critical to choosing the right legal path. What Is an Appeal? An […]
The Year After Galindo Camayo: How Refugee Cessation Law Has EvolvedHello world!
In 2022, the Federal Court of Appeal released its decision in Canada v. Galindo Camayo (2022 FCA 50) — a landmark ruling that reshaped how Canada approaches the cessation of refugee protection. A year later, the effects of this decision continue to reverberate across immigration tribunals and Federal Court proceedings. Understanding Cessation Cessation occurs when Canada determines that a […]