Certificate in Refugee Class Immigration Law (CIRC) (Online)

  • Formats:

    Online

     

     

  • Duration:

    16 hours

  • Registration Fee:

    $400

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Start Date

Online

Part-Time:May 08, 2024 - June 12, 2024

Schedule: Webinars will be held Wednesdays from 5:00 to 8:00 pm PST

This course has been approved for 16 CPD Hours by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants

Certificate in Refugee Class Immigration Law Overview

The Certificate in Refugee Class Immigration Law is designed to equip professionals with the essential knowledge needed to navigate refugee proceedings at Ports of Entry, within Canada, or for applications from abroad. Bridging theory and practice, this program introduces learners to the professional context of working with refugees. The emphasis is on refugee class cases within the practice of Immigration Law, providing learners with strategies, case studies, and discussions led by field experts.

Visit our Immigration Practitioner Centre for additional immigration CPD course opportunities.

Topics/Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • Identify and explain the elements that must be established for a person to be found A) a Convention refugee under IRPA s. 96; and B) a protected person pursuant to IRPA s. 97
  • Articulate the process and procedure for preparing a refugee claim at three essential stages: A) basis of claim; B) hearing before the RPD; and C) appeal to the RAD
  • Identify common reasons that refugee applications fail, and articulate strategies for addressing those potential shortcomings
  • Map out the timeline of a refugee claim through its most common permutations from the initial claim to removal or designation of protected status
  • Ask questions that will give you the information you need to assess the viability of a refugee claim
  • Make a realistic strategic assessment of a client’s claim based on interview questions and document analysis
  • Conduct a thorough analysis of relevant sections of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR)
  • Reference and analyze the case law relating to relevant sections of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations (IRPR)
  • Develop a personal and professional approach to a Refugee claim
  • Engage in in-class practicums consisting of scenario-based discussions and simulations

Admission Requirements

Lawyers and paralegals who are members in good standing with a Canadian provincial or territorial law society; Notaries who are members in good standing with the Chambre des notaires du Québec; and Immigration and citizenship consultants and international student advisors who are members in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants.

If you have graduated from Ashton College's Immigration Legal Assistant Certificate Program or if you are working for the above referenced regulated professionals, you will be allowed to register for this CE Course.

If you are presently working with a Refugee Settlement Organization, you will be allowed to register for this CE Course.

If you are presently working as a RISIA, you will be allowed to register for this CE Course.

Credential

Upon completion of the course requirements, a Certificate of Completion will be issued.

Instructors

Subject to change without notice

Lulwa Al Hidiq

Lulwa Al Hidiq is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) and a full licensee of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) since 2013. She is also a past Certified Public Accountant from the California Board of Accountancy (not currently designated) with over ten years of Canadian and Global professional experience in public accounting in multi-national firms such as KPMG, PWC, and EY. She is the Senior Partner and Founder of Altoria Immigration and Business Consulting Inc, located in Toronto. She is also a past Chair of the Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC), a national organization with over 5,000 licensees, whose mission is to lead, connect, protect, and develop the profession, serving the best interests of its members with a focus on advocacy, lobbying, and education.

 

Hannah Lindy

HannahHannah Lindy, BA, JD, is an immigration and refugee lawyer at Larlee Rosenberg in Vancouver. Prior to joining Larlee Rosenberg, Hannah practiced immigration and refugee law in Toronto for several years as an associate lawyer at Waldman & Associates, where she also completed her articles.

Hannah provides services in all areas of immigration, refugee, and citizenship law and regularly represents clients before the Federal Court and the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada. Hannah graduated from the University of British Columbia’s Peter A. Allard School of Law and has been called to the bar in Ontario and British Columbia. She is a member of the Law Society of British Columbia, the Law Society of Ontario, the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers, the Refugee Lawyers Association of Ontario, and the Canadian Bar Association.

 

Daniel McLeod

Daniel K. McLeod is a Vancouver refugee lawyer with degrees from Simon Frasier University and the University of British Columbia. He represents sponsored refugees, refugee sponsoring groups, and Sponsorship Agreement Holders authorized. He also represents refugee claimants at the Refugee Protection Division of the Immigration & Refugee Board. He has been the lawyer for refugee clients from more than 25 countries including Afghanistan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Honduras, Iran, Lebanon, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tibet and Turkey.

 

Mahsa Mehrvarz

Mahsa immigrated to Canada at the age of 16 from Iran. She holds a joint BA degree in psychology and Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s studies from Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia. She also completed her Immigration Consultant Diploma in March 2020 from Ashton College in downtown Vancouver. She started her own immigration business in January 2021 after successfully passing her Entry to Practice Exam. Mahsa established “Mehrvarz Immigration” with the goal of assisting people who want to immigrate to Canada for a better life and career opportunities.

 

 

Al Parsai

Al Parsai is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC). He runs his successful business in downtown Toronto, Ontario with many employees. Al is the author of “88 Tips on Immigration to Canada”. He is a member of ICCRC (Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council) and CAPIC (Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants). Al has represented hundreds of applicants from more than 35 countries to the Canadian immigration authorities.

When it comes to training, Al truly believes in interactive education. He thinks a variety of training activities based on real-life events could help students explore issues from different angles and understand them thoroughly.

Alina Roman

Alina Roman earned holds a Master’s Degree in Engineering and is a Regulated Immigration Consultant with many years of experience in the field of immigration. She is working as an Immigration Consultant for Simon Fraser University, and her past work experience includes working for educational and governmental organizations as well as managing her own immigration practice.

Alina has been teaching at Ashton College since 2016. In 2017, Alina received the Faculty Award, presented to an instructor who projects a positive, professional, and approachable attitude within the workplace and who possesses outstanding leadership abilities within the school community.

 

Ankita Goyal

Ankita is a dynamic and accomplished RCIC-IRB who possesses a wealth of knowledge in the field of immigration law and policies. Holding a Master’s Degree in Computer Science, a Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurship (Valedictorian) from Panjab University, and a Certificate in Immigration: Law, Policies, and Procedures (Valedictorian) from The University of British Columbia, Ankita has demonstrated an exceptional level of expertise and dedication to the field of immigration law.

Ankita’s academic credentials are complemented by her extensive professional experience, including her current role as an International Student and Scholar Advisor at Northeastern University. She passionately empowers and supports students from diverse cultural backgrounds. With her comprehensive understanding of immigration regulations and government policies, Ankita offers invaluable guidance to international students throughout their educational journey. Her commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus environment, coupled with her proficiency in assisting students with study permits, co-op planning, and cultural transition, positions her as an indispensable asset to the university community. Through her dedication to student success and engagement, Ankita leaves a lasting impact on the lives of international students, helping them thrive academically and personally.

Ankita serves as the Managing Director of Immigracia Visa Consulting Inc. Her commitment to excellence, passion for assisting individuals and families in achieving their immigration goals, and her adeptness in analyzing complex legal and regulatory matters, combined with a profound understanding of the intricacies of the immigration process, make her an invaluable asset to her clients. With her personalized approach to each case, Ankita has established herself as a trusted immigration consultant, guiding clients through the complexities of the immigration process with confidence and ease.

As a member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC), the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB), a Commissioner for Taking Affidavits in British Columbia, and a licensed immigration consultant for the Province of Saskatchewan, Ankita’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is evident in every facet of her work. She is dedicated to advancing the rights and interests of all members of the immigration community. Anchored by her exceptional knowledge, experience, and dedication, Ankita is poised to continue making significant contributions to the field of immigration law for years to come.

Continuing Professional Development

  • This course has been approved for 16 CPD Points by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants
  • For British Columbia Lawyers, consider including this webinar as a CPD learning activity in your annual Continuing Professional Development plan as it has been approved by the Law Society of British Columbia
  • For Alberta lawyers, consider including this course as a CPD learning activity in your annual Continuing Professional Development Plan
  • For Manitoba Lawyers, consider taking this course as part of your professional development activities
  • For Newfoundland & Labrador Lawyers, consider taking this course as part of your professional development activities
  • For Nova Scotia Lawyers, consider taking this course as part of your professional development activities

Who Will Benefit From The Course

  • Lawyers and paralegals who are members in good standing with a Canadian provincial or territorial law society
  • Notaries who are members in good standing with the Chambre des Notaires du Québec
  • Citizenship or Immigration Consultants who are members in good standing with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council
  • Members of a non-profit society who provide services to refugees

Required Materials

  • Canadian Refugee Protection Law Guide. Authors: David Matas, Gentiana Morina. ISBN: 978-1-77462-015-1.

Fees

The registration fee for this course is $400.

Technical Requirements

Get the Best of Both Worlds: Live and Asynchronous Learning at Ashton College

Ashton College understands that everyone learns differently, which is why we offer a unique blended learning approach for our live online courses. This approach combines the real-time interaction and immediate feedback of live sessions with the flexibility and self-paced learning of asynchronous materials.

Experience the benefits of both worlds:

Live Online Sessions:

Interact with instructors and classmates in real-time using interactive sessions, breakout rooms, and screen sharing.

Get instant feedback and ask questions for a deeper understanding.

Asynchronous Learning:

Learn at your own pace with recorded lectures, online readings, and discussion forums.

Review materials as needed and revisit difficult concepts for better comprehension.

We encourage you to participate in both components to maximize your learning experience:

Enjoy the interactivity and community of live sessions.

Benefit from the flexibility of studying at your own pace.

Technical Requirements:

Computer System: Fully functional computer with webcam, speakers, and microphone (headset recommended).

Internet Connection: Reliable high-speed internet connection.

Device: While accessible on smartphones and tablets, we recommend using a laptop or desktop computer for a better learning experience.

This program/course does not require approval by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. As such, PTIB did not review the program/course.

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