The advocacy group Rainbow Railroad reports that Canada's new border law, Bill C-12, puts LGBTQ+ refugees at risk of being returned to dangerous countries. The legislation requires asylum seekers to submit their refugee claims within one year of their first arrival in Canada. This technical rule applies retroactively, making thousands of existing claims ineligible for review by the Immigration and Refugee Board. Legal experts note that many LGBTQ+ individuals do not disclose

A coalition of Canadian organizations, led by the Afghan Women's Organization, has issued an urgent open letter to federal ministers demanding immediate action to protect Afghan nationals awaiting Canadian immigration processing in Pakistan. Despite Canada's commitment to resettling over 55,000 Afghans since 2021, many individuals with active file numbers now face detention and forced removal under Pakistan’s phased deportation plan. The coalition is calling for expedited on

A new commentary from the Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association argues that international law has an important, but limited, role in Canadian immigration decisions. The commentary says countries still control who may enter under domestic rules, while universal human rights standards set real boundaries, including non-discrimination, protection from inhuman treatment, and respect for family life. In practice, tribunals interpret the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act u

February marks Black History Month in Alberta, a time dedicated to honouring the lasting influence of Black Albertans on the province's development. The month provides an opportunity to reflect on the journeys of early Black pioneers while celebrating contemporary leaders who drive progress, creativity, and innovation throughout communities. Black Albertans have played an essential role in shaping the province's cultural, social, and economic landscape. Their history, contri

Conservative Shadow Minister for Immigration Michelle Rempel Garner has renewed calls for the Liberal Government to abandon virtual citizenship ceremonies and return to in-person events. Rempel Garner criticized the current system, where over half of new Canadians take their citizenship oath online, describing it as inadequate for such a significant milestone. She argued that in-person ceremonies represent the unifying foundation of Canadian civic life and should be treated

President Trump's decision to halt asylum claims has intensified calls for Canada to suspend the Safe Third Country Agreement, with legal experts warning the pact may no longer be valid. Immigration lawyers argue the U.S. has abandoned its obligation under the UN Refugee Convention, eliminating the agreement's foundation. While some specialists caution that suspension could trigger an influx of asylum seekers—potentially millions currently in the U.S.—others insist Canada fa

An extensive investigation has uncovered disturbing patterns of exploitation affecting nearly 80,000 temporary foreign workers in Canada's agricultural sector. These workers, who harvest the produce that reaches Canadian tables, face wage theft, unsafe working conditions, inadequate housing, and in some cases, physical and sexual abuse. The Investigative Journalism Bureau's findings, supported by Simon Fraser University research , reveal that the Temporary Foreign Worker Prog

The Government of Alberta has announced the reopening of applications for its Ethnocultural and Anti-Racism Grant Programs, offering a combined $13.5 million investment over three years to support community-led initiatives. The Ethnocultural Grant Program provides up to $50,000 for projects fostering connections with ethnocultural and Indigenous communities, while the Anti-Racism Grant Program allocates up to $10,000 for educational and capacity-building initiatives. Applica

Experts are raising alarms about Bill C-2, Canada's Strong Borders legislation, which could prevent persecuted dissidents, journalists,...

Recent data analysis has uncovered that nearly 150 Canadian citizens have been detained by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement...