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sschwinghamer.bsky.social
Canada has a rigorous immigration screening system that is largely unseen by resident Canadians because (a) it is effective and (b) it operates literally all over the world.

Longitudinal research shows us that immigrants & refugees to Canada are healthy, industrious, and law-abiding.

#cdnimm
March 23, 2025 at 5:28 PM
jcyliew.bsky.social
Appearing virtually #SCC today re Dorsey & Salah v Can deals w security classification of persons in prisons. @jendagsvik.bsky.social & I rep Canadian Council for Refugees

Watch live. www.scc-csc.ca/.../hearings...

#law #scc #habeascorpus #cdnimm #prisonlaw #immdetention #lawyering #lawyerlife
May 13, 2025 at 1:34 PM
sschwinghamer.bsky.social
Hi #CdnImm #CdnHist nerds!

Today is the 40th anniversary of the Singh Case, a crucial decision by the Supreme Court of Canada that set out a basic framework of rights for refugees and asylum seekers in Canada.

Let's explore...
April 4, 2025 at 5:14 PM
sschwinghamer.bsky.social
Wonder if you caught this exhibit:

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Useful work in the context of #CdnImm and internecine discrimination.
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May 24, 2026 at 12:14 PM
sschwinghamer.bsky.social
Finally available in print & electronically.

#CdnHist #CdnImm
Railroaded: The Creation of Immigration Facilities in Halifax, 1889–1928 Schwinghamer, Steven Journal of the Royal Nova Scotia Historical Society, 2023, Vol.26-27, p.49-79 Peer Reviewed Journal
April 18, 2026 at 6:35 PM
bellissimolawgroup.bsky.social
We successfully assisted both parents of a Canadian permanent resident in obtaining Super Visas, helping them reunite with their child in Canada.

#cdnimm #SuperVisa #ImmigrationLaw #FamilyReunification

Read more: www.bellissimolawgroup.com/success-stor...
September 28, 2026 at 5:09 PM
bellissimolawgroup.bsky.social
The Latest Express Entry results are in! Today, 733 ITAs have been issued to foreign nationals with CRS scores of 725 or more.

Read more: www.bellissimolawgroup.com/express-entr...

#cdnimm #ExpressEntry #IRCC #CanadaPR
September 28, 2026 at 7:08 PM
bellissimolawgroup.bsky.social
Our latest blog explains what a PFL means, why you may have received one, and what you can do to respond to concerns about potential inadmissibility.

#cdnimm #ImmigrationLaw #Inadmissibility #PFL

Read more: www.bellissimolawgroup.com/procedural-f...
September 28, 2026 at 4:37 PM
skaysmall.bsky.social
"calling on the Cdn government to create a special program for Haitians being forced to leave the United States, noting that many have lived there for years and are skilled workers.
Canada has a responsibility to provide protection to those facing the prospect of being returned to Haiti..." #cdnimm
August 11, 2026 at 5:13 PM
willtao.bsky.social
Practicing Canadian immigration in a nutshell.

#cdnimm #HeronLawOffices
March 1, 2025 at 12:10 AM
sschwinghamer.bsky.social
Oops.

Sometimes the #CdnImm folks say the quiet part out loud. Here, after the usual boilerplate about "does not encourage" and "fully comply with all the laws" wrt to "Greeks, Armenians, Jews and Mohammedan population from Turkey," we get a surprise last line on the ordinary form letter...
September 22, 2026 at 3:42 PM
sschwinghamer.bsky.social
This might be my favourite "what do we mean when we say race is constructed and malleable" document in #CdnImm history.

For not quite two months in 1930, Syrians and Armenians were not "Asiatic" until they were again because reasons.

Totally credible & objective categorization here, yep.

#racism
28th October, 1930. Dear Sirs - Please note that the instructions issued under date of September 3rd, 1930, to the effect that Syrians and Armenians are to be dealt with under the provisions of P.C., 168, as amended, are hereby rescinded and that for the future these aliens will be considered as persons of Asiatic race and are to be dealt with under the provisions of P.C.2115, dated the 16th day of September, 1930. Yours truly, Commissioner Thomas Gelley, Esq., Division Commissioner of Immigration, WINNIPEG, MAN.
September 28, 2026 at 3:11 PM
bellissimolawgroup.bsky.social
IRCC has streamlined the PRRA application process. The IMM 5508 form is now available online for electronic completion and submission through Canada Post Connect.

Read more: www.canada.ca/en/immigrati...

#cdnimm #PRRA #RefugeeProtection
September 25, 2026 at 8:37 PM
sschwinghamer.bsky.social
The little-known underside of our favourite #CdnImm chocolate:

Tareq Hadhad had years of medical training in Syria, but couldn't find a pathway to resume his study of medicine.

He and his family built a success story, to be sure, but there were big bumps along the way.

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
April 11, 2025 at 12:37 PM
jcyliew.bsky.social
Senate of Canada releases its report on global displacement and Canada’s moral role and obligations. Important reading in this time when misinformation and fear are driving our #cdnimm policy. #law #cdnpoli
sencanada.ca/en/info-page...
December 5, 2024 at 2:02 PM
skaysmall.bsky.social
"The problem lies in Canada’s reactionary approach to population. In their obsession with fine-tuning immigration to address short-term labour market needs, successive governments have abandoned the idea of growth as a long-term strategic investment." #cdnimm
aaronbinder.com Aaron Binder @aaronbinder.com · Apr 10
This piece lays out a fascinating long-term vision - Canada needs critical mass to innovate, reduce infrastructure costs, and create economic resilience.

But the execution of immigration policy has been reactionary, profit-driven, and poorly planned.

@thewalrus.ca | thewalrus.ca/the-case-for...
The image shows red silhouettes of people walking across a crumpled white surface, suggesting they represent the Canadian population. The headline reads "The Case for 100 Million Canadians" and the subheading states "If the country wants to survive, it needs a lot more people", arguing that Canada's population needs to grow significantly to thrive.
April 10, 2025 at 12:09 PM
iclmg-csilc.bsky.social
Our Communications and Research Coordinator was interviewed for this important piece by the Investigative Journalism Foundation about very concerning developments re #dataprivacy in #Canada which are detrimental to all of us:
theijf.org/migrant-surv... #cdnpoli #cdnimm #privacy #RefugeesWelcome
August 7, 2025 at 9:17 PM
skaysmall.bsky.social
Canada needs to pause or cancel its #SafeThirdCountryAgreement with the US! #cdnimm
miamiherald.com Miami Herald @miamiherald.com · Mar 26
Frengel Reyes Mota was supposed to be dealing with his ongoing asylum case as he fought for his chance to stay in the United States. Suddenly, he instead found himself locked up in a mega prison thousands of miles away.
U.S. sent Venezuelan man with pending political asylum case to El Salvador mega prison
Frengel Reyes Mota was supposed to be dealing with his ongoing asylum case as he fought for his chance to stay in the United States. Suddenly, he instead found himself locked up in a mega prison thousands of miles away.
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March 27, 2025 at 12:54 PM
jcyliew.bsky.social
Congratulations to Rachel Bendayan @rachelbendayan.bsky.social our new Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship I am looking forward to seeing what she brings to this porfolio
#cdnimm
March 14, 2025 at 4:25 PM
skaysmall.bsky.social
Canada has a #SafeThirdCountryAgreement with the USA when it's not even safe for international travelers. #cdnimm
March 4, 2025 at 12:21 PM
jcyliew.bsky.social
Great new piece for those thinking about international students and how our education and immigration systems exploit them. By @vwlegal.bsky.social and Arman Sohi. #cdnimm

digitalcommons.schulichlaw.dal.ca/dlj/vol48/is...
Racial Capitalism, Neocolonial Wealth Transfer, and Canadian International Student Policy
This paper examines historical and contemporary trends in Canadian international student policy through the lens of racial capitalism, arguing that current policy facilitates a significant neocolonial...
digitalcommons.schulichlaw.dal.ca
February 20, 2025 at 4:24 PM
skaysmall.bsky.social
#BillC2 #cdnimm
skaysmall.bsky.social Sharon Schmidt @skaysmall.bsky.social · Aug 18
"someone that came previously as a renowned journalist, academic or human-rights defender to share their expertise and is later under threat in their country for this very reason could be denied. There should be no time limit on the right to seek protection.”
www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...
Border bill would leave dissidents who visited Canada in the past at risk: experts
Lawyers warn Bill C-2’s wording could exclude human-rights activists and journalists from refugee hearings
www.theglobeandmail.com
August 18, 2025 at 7:22 PM
skaysmall.bsky.social
#cdnimm
June 14, 2026 at 11:07 PM
sschwinghamer.bsky.social
Hey, it's the International Day against Transphobia, Homophobia, and Biphobia.

Good statement from the UN on the (horrifying) state of policy and rights for our trans & queer neighbours:

press.un.org/en/2025/sgsm...

Some #CdnHist on our homophobic policies in #CdnImm:

pier21.ca/immigration-...
May 17, 2025 at 12:42 PM
skaysmall.bsky.social
The US cannot be considered a “safe” country for refugees. We call for Canada to immediately withdraw from the Safe Third Country Agreement; ensure that those in the US seeking a safe haven here can find protection from violence and persecution. #CCR #cdnimm #cdnpoli #STCA
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CCR Statement of Solidarity and Concern Regarding Mobilization and Attacks in Minnesota and the US | Canadian Council for Refugees
January 29, 2026 CCR Statement of Solidarity and Concern Regarding Mobilization and Attacks in Minnesota and the US The Canadian Council for Refugees (CCR) stands in solidarity with the people of Minn...
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February 1, 2026 at 2:13 AM