Our Recent Immigration Success Stories

At Bellissimo Immigration Law Group PC, we are privileged to work on behalf of many wonderful people, companies and associations. We represent immigration applicants from far outside Canada, from the time they step foot into the country’s airport waiting rooms all the way to the Supreme Court of Canada.

Our immigration clients often tell us after their case is concluded that it would have helped to know of similar stories that are real and not just what you hear on the street. So every month, we post a few stories to celebrate our immigration success stories and offer some comfort to those who will soon embark on a similar journey…

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9 Sep 2025

Section 44 Report on Criminality Dismissed After Federal Court Intervention

We are pleased to share a successful outcome for our client who was facing a section 44 report alleging inadmissibility for criminality.

Before the report was referred to an admissibility hearing, our client was given an opportunity to respond to the allegations. The CBSA officer specifically requested humanitarian and compassionate submissions and confirmed they would be considered. However, after receiving those submissions, the officer reversed course, claiming they lacked jurisdiction to assess them and referred the report to an admissibility hearing.

Our litigation team filed an Application for Leave and for Judicial Review at the Federal Court, where leave was granted. We argued that once the officer requested and accepted humanitarian and compassionate submissions, they were required to assess them properly. It was an error to later disclaim jurisdiction. We also raised a breach of procedural fairness, as the allegations of criminality were based on documents our client had never been provided and which were not included with the section 44 report—preventing a full and meaningful response.

Following these arguments, CBSA withdrew the section 44 referral and confirmed the allegations would not be pursued. This rendered the Federal Court proceedings moot, and the matter was discontinued.

This was an excellent result for our client, who is no longer engaged in inadmissibility proceedings. The case underscores the importance of holding decision-makers to fairness and proper procedure, and reflects our firm’s commitment to vigorously protecting our clients’ procedural rights.

22 Aug 2025

TRV Approval Granted Despite Concerns Over Permanent Immigration Plans

We were retained to assist with a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) application for a client who had already applied for permanent residence. This presented a challenging, as a PR application demonstrates an intent to stay permanently, while a TRV requires proving temporary intent. The situation was further complicated by a previous TRV refusal.

The client wished to be with his spouse in Canada during her pregnancy, making this application both important and time-sensitive. Our legal team prepared a carefully tailored package, addressing these issues, demonstrating strong ties to his home country, and emphasizing his genuine intention to comply with all visa conditions.

Within just one month, the TRV was approved. We are delighted to have helped our client reunite with his spouse during such a meaningful and special time in their lives.

11 Aug 2025

Turning the Tide: Overcoming Medical Inadmissibility in a Parental Sponsorship Application

We recently assisted a family on a parental sponsorship application which was transferred to another IRCC office for a medical inadmissibility assessment of the one the applicants, who has Leukemia. Working with medical specialists and evidence, a comprehensive mitigation plan was prepared for the treatment, which would require it to be continued in Canada. This was needed to offset the high costs of the treatment, based on the Applicant’s personal circumstances. We also complemented the mitigation plan with comprehensive H&C submissions, demonstrating the compelling circumstances of all the family members, both in and outside Canada, as well as the best interest of the children involved. We are pleased to advise that IRCC recently passed the family’s medical admissibility.

29 Jul 2025

H&C Victory: Sponsorship Refusal Set Aside Despite MNI Shortfall

We are delighted to share a significant victory for our client, who turned to us after her sponsorship application for her dependent son was initially refused on grounds of not meeting the Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) requirements.
Upon engaging our services, our litigation team conducted a comprehensive review of the case. It was clear that while our client, who is employed as an in-home caregiver, did fall short of the required MNI, there were compelling humanitarian and compassionate circumstances surrounding her situation.
Our legal team crafted a compelling argument, emphasizing the exceptional circumstances that warranted an exception to the MNI requirement. We highlighted our client’s unwavering commitment to her son’s well-being and the unique challenges they faced by being separated, as well as the supports available to our client and her son in Canada through her employer.
During the hearing, the Minister’s counsel was swayed by our case and our client’s testimony. Recognizing the exceptional nature of our client’s case, the Minister consented to granting the appeal.
This outcome means that our client’s sponsorship refusal will be set aside, and the application will continue processing with IRCC.
We are very pleased to have secured such a positive outcome for our client, ensuring that her dedication to her son receives the consideration it deserves under Canadian immigration law. This success underscores our commitment to advocating for fairness and equity in immigration proceedings, and ensuring that our clients’ unique circumstances are properly considered.