Humanitarian & Compassionate

Applications for permanent residence on humanitarian and compassionate grounds.

If a person is inadmissible to Canada for any reason, it may be possible to overcome the inadmissibility for humanitarian and compassionate reasons. Where a person has established a life in Canada, is a parent or guardian of dependant children in Canada, or would face hardship if returned to their country of origin, there may be a strong case for humanitarian relief.

The availability of Humanitarian and Compassionate (“H&C”) relief has recently been limited, and succeeding on an H&C application is difficult. The case must be compelling, and the application must be thorough and persuasive. Our team has a high success record in applications for humanitarian and compassionate relief. We can evaluate whether such an application is available and, if so, provide an opinion on the prospects of success. We have ample experience assisting clients in preparing strong H&C applications, and also making humanitarian and compassionate submissions before the Immigration Appeal Division of the Immigration and Refugee Board.

To discuss your situation or set up a consultation, call (613) 238-2022 or email wcreates@perlaw.ca.