How can a RCIC-IRB represent you before Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Board?
Hello, I am Alejandro Gonzalez. As a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC-IRB), I am legally permitted to represent clients before Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB). If you are facing immigration challenges in Canada, understanding your right to representation is critical. The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) is the largest independent administrative…
Hello,
I am Alejandro Gonzalez. As a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC-IRB), I am legally permitted to represent clients before Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB).
If you are facing immigration challenges in Canada, understanding your right to representation is critical.
The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) is the largest independent administrative tribunal in Canada, responsible for making decisions on immigration and refugee matters.
Keep reading to learn more about.
Who can represent you before the IRB?
According to the IRB, only certain individuals can act as representatives before the tribunal. These include lawyers, notaries public (in Quebec), and RCICs who are authorized by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) to represent clients before the IRB.
As an RCIC-IRB with license #R710733, I am fully authorized to represent you in refugee claims, refugee appeals, immigration appeals, detention reviews and admissibility hearings, before the Immigration and Refugee Board.
Let’s see in details each one of the proceedings before IRB:
- Refugee Protection Claims
One of the most critical areas where I can assist is with refugee protection claims.
If you fear persecution due to your race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership to a particular group (LGBTQ+) , OR torture, or cruel treatment in your home country, you may be eligible to claim refugee protection in Canada.
The Refugee Protection Division (RPD) hears these claims, and having proper representation may improve your chances of success.
I help clients file their Basis of Claim (BOC) forms, gather supporting evidence, prepare for hearings, and present their case before the RPD.
- Refugee Appeal Division (RAD)
If your refugee claim is rejected by the RPD, you may have the right to appeal to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD).
I can guide you through this complex process, including:
- Filing the Notice of Appeal
- Preparing your Appellant’s Record
- Identifying errors made by the RPD
- Requesting a hearing if necessary
The RAD can reject your appeal, grant refugee protection, or send your claim back for a new hearing. Missing deadlines can result in removal from Canada, making experienced representation essential.
- Immigration Appeal Division (IAD)
The Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) hears several types of immigration appeals, including:
- Appeals of family class sponsorship refusals by IRCC
- Appeals of removal orders against permanent residents and protected persons
- Appeals by permanent residents found not to meet their residency obligation
- Ministerial appeals regarding inadmissibility decisions
I represent clients throughout the IAD process, from filing appeals to presenting arguments at hearings.
- Detention Reviews
If you or a loved one has been detained by immigration authorities, time is critical. Under IRB rules, detention reviews must occur within 48 hours of detention start or without delay afterward. I can represent you at detention reviews before the Immigration Division (ID), arguing for your release with conditions or less restrictive measures.
- Admissibility Hearings
Admissibility hearings determine whether you are legally allowed to enter or remain in Canada. These hearings address concerns such as:
- Security risks
- Human or international rights violations
- Serious criminality
- Organized crime
- Health grounds
- Financial reasons
- Misrepresentation
I prepare clients for these hearings, present evidence, cross-examine witnesses, and make legal arguments to protect your rights.
Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA)
A PRRA is an application where you ask for protection from being sent back to a country where you are at risk of persecution, torture, or cruel treatment or punishment.
This is similar to what the IRB looks at when they decide your refugee claim.
One difference is that the IRB is not involved in the PRRA process.
CBSA will invite you to apply for a PRRA, and IRCC will make the decision on your PRRA application.
You may be told you can apply for a PRRA after your refugee claim is rejected by the IRB, or if you abandon or withdraw your claim.
Why Choose an RCIC-IRB?
Choosing an RCIC-IRB means working with a regulated professional who:
- Is authorized by the federal government to represent clients before the IRB
- Must adhere to a strict code of conduct and competency standards
- Has specialized training in immigration and refugee law
- Provides client-centered, ethical representation
- Understands the immigrant experience from personal and professional perspectives
Let’s get started today!
The decisions made by the IRB can determine whether you remain in Canada or are removed.
If you need representation before the IRB for a refugee claim, appeal, detention review, or admissibility hearing, I am here to help.
Drop an email to alejandro@mevoyacanada.com today to schedule a consultation and discuss your case.
You can verify my RCIC-IRB license publicly through the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants by searching for Alejandro Gonzalez, license #R710733.
Your freedom, family, and future in Canada matter.
Let’s work together to protect them.
