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How to claim a Refugee ?
Canada, known for its welcoming and inclusive society, has long been a beacon of hope for individuals fleeing persecution, violence, and conflict in their home countries. With its robust refugee protection system and a commitment to providing sanctuary to those in need, Canada has become an attractive destination for refugees seeking safety and a fresh start. However, the journey to finding refuge in this vast nation is not without its challenges.
How MK Counsels work
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Canada’s immigration system is a world leader and provides many opportunities for those who would like to come to Canada
Every year, millions of people from around the world come to Canada to visit, work, or study temporarily. In addition, more than 300,000 people are approved to make Canada their permanent home each year under three broad categories – economic immigration, family reunification, and humanitarian considerations.
That doesn’t mean that Canada offers a free pass to anyone. Whether you’ve got Temporary Protected Status or no status in the United States or are coming from any particular region of the world, there is a strict process in place. You might think that once you’re in, you’re in, but that’s just not the case.
To be able to remain in Canada, there are several important steps you must successfully proceed through in our immigration system. When you enter Canada irregularly outside an official port of entry, you are intercepted and arrested by the police.
You then face a rigorous process to determine whether or not you have a legitimate refugee claim according to Canadian and international law. This includes complete security and background checks. There are no guarantees that you will be able to stay in Canada. If it is determined that you are not in need of Canada’s protection, the process to remove you from Canada is initiated. There are, however, many legitimate ways to come to Canada to visit, study, work, or live.
Understanding the Canadian Refugee Process
The Canadian refugee process serves as a vital roadmap for individuals seeking safety and protection within Canada’s borders. This multifaceted system aims to ensure that those fleeing persecution, violence, or other forms of harm find refuge in a fair and compassionate manner.
The process involves the thorough assessment of asylum claims by the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB), an independent administrative tribunal responsible for making decisions on refugee status. The process includes:
- Initial application.
- Eligibility assessment.
- Interviews.
- Document verification.
- Medical and security checks.
- The final determination.
Who Qualifies as a Refugee in Canada, according to the IRCC?
There are two main types of people who can be qualified for refugee claims in Canada, these are:
Convention refugee in Canada
A Convention Refugee is a person who is outside their home country or the country they normally live in and Can’t go back due to fear of persecution of:
Person In Need Of Protection In Canada
As for a Person in need of protection. A person in need of Protection is a person inside Canada who can’t return to their homeland because they fear: