Our Recent Immigration Success Stories

Overseas Spousal Sponsorship Application for PR Approved

Our clients came to us for assistance with their Overseas Spousal Sponsorship (OSS) application for permanent residence. Our team meticulously reviewed all documents and information and prepared a comprehensive application demonstrating that the couple was in a genuine relationship and wanted to reunite in Canada after some time apart. Ultimately, the Officer reviewed all of the information before them and agreed that the relationship was genuine and approved the permanent residence application.

We wish our clients all the best!

Unfair Refusal Overturned: TRP and Work Permit Reconsidered

We are pleased to share a recent success for our client, who had been refused a work permit and temporary resident permit (TRP) to join their spouse in Canada.

Our client applied for a spousal open work permit alongside a TRP to temporarily overcome criminal inadmissibility stemming from convictions outside of Canada. The application was refused, and critically, the refusal letter failed to communicate any assessment of the TRP request — leaving our client unaware that the request had even been considered, let alone refused.

Our team brought the matter to the Federal Court, arguing that the process was procedurally unfair and that the decision was unreasonable. Among other issues, we submitted that the Officer applied the wrong legal test in assessing the TRP, failed to meaningfully engage with the evidence filed in support of the application (including compelling evidence of rehabilitation and the need for family reunification) and did not provide adequate reasons for the refusal.

The Federal Court granted leave to proceed to judicial review, agreeing that an arguable case had been raised. Rather than proceeding to a full hearing, we were able to then reach a settlement with the Respondent, resulting in the matter being remitted for redetermination by a different officer. This outcome allowed our client to avoid the additional time and expense of a hearing, and to have their application reconsidered more quickly than the full judicial review process would have permitted.

We are proud to advocate for clients navigating complex immigration proceedings, and to achieve results that prioritize family unity, fairness, and efficiency.

Permanent Residence Granted Despite Misrepresentation Concerns

Our client came to Canada as a worker on a closed work permit, worked in Canada for a number of years, and then applied for permanent residence in Canada. Our client unfortunately faced misrepresentation concerns because of an innocent misunderstanding concerning marital status (not accurately disclosed). Following extensive submissions about our client’s de facto family unit in Canada and the best interests of the child, we are pleased to advise that our client was recently granted permanent residence in Canada.

Canadian Citizenship Certificate Approved for U.S.-Born Child of a Canadian

Our client, a United States–born individual, retained our office to pursue proof of Canadian citizenship through their Canadian parent. While citizenship by descent can appear straightforward, these applications often require careful review of lineage, documentation, and statutory requirements.

Our team conducted a detailed assessment of the client’s eligibility, confirmed that the legislative criteria were met, and prepared a complete and well-supported application package. This included organizing key identity and parentage documents and addressing potential gaps proactively to avoid delays.

The application was approved, and our client successfully obtained their Canadian citizenship certificate. We are pleased to have supported them through this process and wish them continued success in their future as a Canadian citizen.