Our Recent Immigration Success Stories

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.

Study Permit Restored After Status Non-Compliance

A client retained our firm to assist with a study permit restoration application after discovering an unexpected issue with her status. Although she held a valid study permit until 2027, it contained a condition restricting her studies to the primary or secondary school level. Unaware of this limitation, she had already begun attending university and had studied for over a month before realizing the issue. 

Upon identifying the problem, we immediately advised her to stop studying to avoid further non-compliance, defer her program to the next academic term, and pursue restoration of her student status. Our team prepared a comprehensive application package, including all required forms and supporting documents, such as an updated letter of acceptance, provincial attestation letter, proof of financial support, and a detailed study plan. We also provided full disclosure and a clear explanation of the circumstances leading to the non-compliance, and ensured that the application was submitted within the 90-day restoration period. 

The restoration application was approved within two months, and she was issued a new study permit covering the full duration of her academic program. We are pleased to have helped our client resolve the status issue and continue her studies in Canada. 

Swift PGWP Approval Despite Previous Challenges

A client retained our firm after his initial Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) application was refused. While PGWP applications are typically straightforward, his case was complicated by a prior refusal for failing to disclose a previous denied entry to the United States, even after responding to a Procedural Fairness Letter. By the time he sought our assistance, he had graduated, left Canada, and his study permit had long expired, raising additional eligibility and timing concerns.

Our legal team conducted a thorough review of his prior applications, researched his eligibility, and assessed the implications of the previous refusal. We gathered all necessary supporting documentation and prepared a comprehensive legal submission clearly explaining his continued eligibility and addressing the prior non-disclosure issue. We also ensured that the application was submitted within the applicable eligibility window.

The application was approved in less than two weeks. We are pleased to have helped our client overcome previous setbacks and successfully obtain his PGWP.

Overcoming a Deportation Order Through Rehabilitation

We are pleased to share a victory for our client, who had faced a deportation order following criminal convictions in Canada. This success ensures that our client can remain in the country on a stayed removal order, providing an opportunity for continued rehabilitation and stability within the community.

Our client approached us after the Immigration Division issued a deportation order based on serious criminal convictions. Our client appealed the order, seeking special relief on humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) grounds. The central issue was whether the positive H&C factors – such as rehabilitation efforts, establishment in Canada, and the hardship to family members – was sufficient to overcome the severity of the offences.

During the appeal before the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD), we presented evidence of our client’s significant steps toward rehabilitation. This included consistent attendance at specialized counseling and psychotherapy sessions, as well as a positive assessment from a forensic psychiatrist indicating a low probability of re-offending. We also highlighted our client’s professional establishment, and the deep emotional and financial impact removal would have on their spouse, who relies on our client for support.

The IAD agreed that sufficient credible evidence existed to warrant a stay. The Court found that while the offenses were serious, the combination of our client’s rehabilitation efforts, their strong establishment in Canada, and the documented hardship to their spouse outweighed the factors favoring immediate removal. As a result, the IAD granted a four-year stay of the removal order, subject to specific conditions.

We are proud to advocate for clients in complex immigration matters, ensuring that the legal system accounts for personal growth, family unity, and the potential for rehabilitation.