Canadian Immigration and Refugee Law for Legal Professionals, Fifth Edition

Canadian Immigration and Refugee Law for Legal Professionals, 5th Edition guides readers through the complex principles and processes of Canada’s immigration, refugee protection, and citizenship systems. Unlike other resources in this area, this text provides a clear and comprehensive overview of the Canadian immigration process, from eligibility criteria to decision-making, in a student-friendly format.

A new chapter on the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB)
Updated legal cases and index of cases
Current “In the News” examples for in-class discussions
“Apply Your Knowledge” exercises
“At The Café with Monica And Jordan” and other short case scenarios for in-class discussions
Revised language consistent with the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)
Discussions on the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants Act and its Code of Ethics
A comprehensive list of key terms and glossary
Updated process charts, sample forms, and end of chapter review questions
Reference to secondary resources to assist readers in finding and understanding regulatory and legislative changes